THE TREASURE OF THE SIERRA MADRE (Released to Theaters USA 1948)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì  The Treasure of the Sierra Madre—simple story—has great  acting that accesses the skills of Walter Huston (father of John Huston), Tim Holt, and Humphrey Bogart. This is a sit down and watch film that relies on simple southwestern scenery. Wait for the terrific, unexpected concluding scenes.  Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia Storyline  Two men, trying to make a dollar, meet an old timer who dreams of wealth from mining gold and knows where to find it.    Additional Thanks Thank you to Director John Huston for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producer Jack L. Warner, and Producer Henry Blanke, for making the film possible. Cast includes Humphrey Bogart, Walter Huston, Tim Holt, Bruce Bennett, Barton MacLane, Alfonso Bedoya, Arturo Soto Rangel, Manuel Dondé, and José Torvay.  Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This is a good watch and tells a simple story. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

THE MALTESE FALCON (Released to Theaters USA 1941)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì  The Maltese Falcon—unique—shows the acting capability of Humphrey Bogart to good advantage. Even though the movie is aged and uses black and white color, its classic feel still shows effect. It is well-written.  Good work for all involved in production of this mystery/detective movie. Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images  Storyline  A detective is visited by a woman who wants to get in touch with her sister.     Additional Thanks  Thank you to Director John Huston for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producer Hal B. Wallis and Associate Producer Henry Blanke for making the film possible. Cast includes Humphrey Bogart, Mary Astor, Gladys George, Peter Lorre, Barton MacLane, Lee Patrick, Ward Bond, Jerome Cowan, Elisa Cook Jr., James Burke, and Murray Alper.   Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This film noir movie concludes oddly, but earns its watch.  Video Critique Available Here:

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