Review of The Big Heat (1953) by John M — 19 Mar 2011
Though elements of this film are inevitably cliched today, this is still a powerful drama about corruption in the city. Glenn Ford is the cop investigating an apparent suicide and getting warned off by the powers that be.
Lee Marvin makes a suitably intimidating heavy and the scarring of his girlfriend with hot coffee is still a striking turning point in the film. When Ford's wife is killed in a trap laid for him, he strikes out in a one man search for revenge.
One of the best Film Noir.
This review of The Big Heat (1953) was written by John M on 19 Mar 2011.
The Big Heat has generally received very positive reviews.
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