Review of The Asphalt Jungle (1950) by John A — 28 Feb 2009
Director John Huston does an excellent job allowing the caper narrative to unfold in a natural way, from planning and execution to the inevitable setbacks that cause the plan to spin out of control. The way that many of the characters' weaknesses lead to their own demise provides an excellent, and somewhat softening, companion to the grim and cynical tone of the noir genre.
Huston's photography is often memorable here, with well-framed compositions and economical use of the camera.
This review of The Asphalt Jungle (1950) was written by John A on 28 Feb 2009.
The Asphalt Jungle has generally received very positive reviews.
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