Review of The Cincinnati Kid (1965) by Roberto A — 07 Apr 2008
A solid film with a solid cast, "The Cincinnati Kid" is precursor to the New Hollywood movement, as well as the the film where Steve McQueen made his weighty presence known. He dominates every scene he's in, even with legends like Karl Malden and Edward G.
Robinson. Tuesday Weld and Ann-Margret are at their sexiest. "Kid" is a melancholy film, a film about a drifter in life and ideals. The ending is absolutely perfect, and it made me think about how much gustier films were back then as compared to the feel-good formula flicks of today.
There is also a creepy, misogynistic feel to this film, and the principle actresses in the end are no more than eye candy and plot foils. As usual, the film falters with the dated, glossy film stock romantic sequences and a few clumsy montages, but the pace is brisk and tense.
New Orleans shines in this film and adds to its claustrophobic, smoky atmosphere.
This review of The Cincinnati Kid (1965) was written by Roberto A on 07 Apr 2008.
The Cincinnati Kid has generally received positive reviews.
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