Review of He Walked by Night (1949) by Patryk C — 12 Sep 2012
The main quality of the movie is shown in its detailed and very insightful look on the works of a police force, while they're trying to build up a case against one of the most intelligent criminals in the city of Los Angeles.
Even though it sometimes puts too much emphasis on the side of police authorities, its main purpose is also to be a semi-documentary about a group of policemen trying to figure out who killed one of their own.
The same person seems to be involved in a series of burglaries, and is known for changing his modus operandi. Some of the scenes, like the one when the killer is trying to get the bullet out of his body, or when he is anxiously awaiting the arrival of law enforcement and his dog is barking louder and louder, are surely able to combine for a very uncomfortable and sombre mood of this noir piece.
A B-grade noir that won't let anyone down.
This review of He Walked by Night (1949) was written by Patryk C on 12 Sep 2012.
He Walked by Night has generally received positive reviews.
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