Review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) by Alec B — 02 Jun 2010
Brilliant screen mechanics shaped around a brilliant script. Huston's legendary detective noir is stuffed full of "the stuff that dreams are made of", most notably an energetic cast which would prove to be one of Warner's most consistent ensembles- plus Mary Astor.
Every time I revisit a Bogart film I say to myself, "this is Bogie's best performance". Well, I think that every performance is Bogie's best performance, and this, his turn as Sam Spade, is a riveting spectacle.
Quick, smooth and cold as ice, he glides through this quirky mystery with stellar charisma, making it so easy to root for him and against all of the despicable villains, played expertly by Greenstreet and Lorre.
This is one of Huston's best outings, an involving and super-fast detective flick with spark.
This review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) was written by Alec B on 02 Jun 2010.
The Maltese Falcon has generally received very positive reviews.
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