Review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) by Luke W — 03 Oct 2009

Lightning-fast dialogue, intriguing characters, and an intricate plot all add up to one of the best noir films ever made.

This review of The Maltese Falcon (1941) was written by Luke W on 03 Oct 2009.

The Maltese Falcon has generally received very positive reviews.

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