Review of High Sierra (1941) by Vic V — 30 Apr 2017
It is easy to understand why this film was the basis of two remakes (Colorado Territory and I Died A Thousand Times) being the original classic high quality romantic/crime thriller film noir it is. What else to expect from John Huston? Superbly written, cast, acted, directed , and edited Bogart is in his element especially showing us the great internal regret of being a criminal and falling for the innocence of a fine young girl like Velma.
Not even a gracious act of helping her walk normally again can fix that. At the same time it is a poignant illustration that no one know where the heart of a woman goes - not even them. When she says "I just don't love him Pa.
" and bursts into tears these two human emotions collide then become one. This is not a film to be missed. A masterpiece of storytelling and film making.
This review of High Sierra (1941) was written by Vic V on 30 Apr 2017.
High Sierra has generally received positive reviews.
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