Review of High Sierra (1941) by Adrian B — 02 May 2012
Another film from 1941 (additional to the iconic "The Maltese Falcons") starring Bogart, this film finds the actor as a gangster, who has just been released from prison and has just been recruited by an associate (Donald MacBride) to rob a resort and casino.
Another three gangsters (Cornel Wilde, Arthur Kennedy, and Alan Curtis) are also brought into the plan, of which one has a girl (Ida Lupino) to whom Bogart finds intriguing. They eventually fall in love, especially after their associates are killed in a subsequent car accident after the robbery.
Typical gangster movie is given power thanks to Bogart; the generally good photography that movie is shot in; and the strong, memorable climax. Sometimes too sentimental, but otherwise quite good.
This review of High Sierra (1941) was written by Adrian B on 02 May 2012.
High Sierra has generally received positive reviews.
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