Quite possibly the most accomplished B&W photography I’ve ever seen. Airtight, pitch-black script and remarkable acting — it’s a noir, but not so hardboiled your head spins. Welles is magnetic for all 5 minutes. The ending is unexpectedly kinetic but absolute visual mastery.
Is It Good?
Masterpiece: Tour De Good (8/8)
Note: This capsule was published early in The Goods' history and is a candidate for a full length review in the future.
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