Review of The Sound of Fury (1950) by Zoran S — 30 Sep 2009
I think I read a piece by Jonathan Rosenbaum somewhere where he mentions this as the most pessimistic Film Noir he ever saw. I can't think of a grimmer one. It certainly is one of the most damning looks at American life ever filmed: the protracted mob violence at the end of is horrifying and without hope.
It paints such a bleak picture of economic disparity, American vengeance, moralizing, and media fear mongering. Timely today as it was in 1950, it should be better known. It has its heavy handed and awkward moments but you are not going to find a film more critical of America.
This review of The Sound of Fury (1950) was written by Zoran S on 30 Sep 2009.
The Sound of Fury has generally received positive reviews.
Was this review helpful?
Yes
No
