Review of The Big Sleep (1946) by Matt M — 12 Jan 2013
Bogart plays Marlowe, a private detective hired to clean up the messes of the daughters of a wealthy murdered man. The second on screen collaboration between Bogart and Bacall, this film is often cited more than the predecessor To Have and Have Not, and it's easy to see why; Hawks in using the characteristics of Bogart gave the perfect depiction of the film noir private detective.
Though the storyline is tortous, the screen is set alight by the great performances and sexual chemistry shared by Bacall and Bogart.
This review of The Big Sleep (1946) was written by Matt M on 12 Jan 2013.
The Big Sleep has generally received very positive reviews.
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