Review of Touch of Evil (1958) by Susan P — 21 Jul 2009
I've heard it said that Touch of Evil, NOT Citizen Kane, is Orson Welles' greatest cinematic achievement. While I'm not sure I would agree with that statement I do agree that it's clearly a masterpiece of film noir, especially in the camera work.
If there is a detractor here it's buying into the casting of Charlton Heston as a Mexican lawman, for me that's a bit of a stretch. Otherwise, it's one of the best representations of movie making as an art form I've ever seen.
Five stars.
This review of Touch of Evil (1958) was written by Susan P on 21 Jul 2009.
Touch of Evil has generally received very positive reviews.
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