“In a Lonely Place” is a 1950 noir directed by dramatist Nicholas Ray and starring Humphrey Bogart as Dixon Steele, a screenwriter prone to enraged outbursts. One night he invites a woman over to his home. The morning after she is discovered murdered, though he claims not to have committed it. As police investigate hisContinue reading ““In a Lonely Place” – Classic Film Reviews #34″
Category Archives: Classic Film Reviews
“The Last Temptation of Christ” – Classic Film Reviews #33
“The Last Temptation of Christ,” directed by Martin Scorsese, was released in 1988 to much controversy surrounding its portrayal of Jesus Christ (Willem Dafoe). The film follows Jesus along his journey into becoming the messiah and his sacrifice on the cross, presenting a fictional version of his story by showing a deeply flawed, scared, andContinue reading ““The Last Temptation of Christ” – Classic Film Reviews #33″
“Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters” – Classic Film Reviews #32
“Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters” is a wholly unique and mesmerizing cinematic experience. Here’s my review of Paul Schrader’s masterpiece.
“The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” – Classic Film Reviews #31
“The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” is one of legendary western director John Ford’s most acclaimed works. Here’s my review!
“A Woman Under the Influence” – Classic Film Reviews #30
John Cassavetes’ “A Woman Under the Influence” is one of the most acclaimed films in American independent cinema. Here’s my review!
“Heat” – Classic Film Reviews #29
“Heat” has grown massively popular since its release in 1995, but does it actually live up to its stellar reputation? Here are my thoughts.
“Paper Moon” – Classic Film Reviews #28
Peter Bogdanovich’s “Paper Moon” is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Here’s my review of the endearing classic!
“12 Angry Men” – Classic Film Reviews #27
“12 Angry Men” is a riveting masterpiece with one of the greatest scripts in film history. Here’s my review of this cinematic gem.
“The 400 Blows” – Classic Film Reviews #26
“The 400 Blows” is one of cinema’s greatest masterpieces. Here’s my review of François Truffaut’s immaculate character study!
“Barry Lyndon” – Classic Film Reviews #25
“Barry Lyndon” is a forgotten Stanley Kubrick masterpiece and one of the best period piece epics ever made. Here’s my review!