The Maltese Falcon is generally considered one of the first, if not the first true film noir. It is a crime drama that puts Humphrey Bogart as Sam Spade against character actors Peter Lorre and Sydney Greenstreet. The film is an interesting film because while it seems like the film is about the Maltese falcon, it is really a movie about Sam Spade trying to find out who killed his partner, played by Jerome Archer. The movie is a well done and unique film, utilizing both witty comedy while staying serious when necessary. Humphrey Bogart's performance, as well as the direction of John Huston really help carry the film.
The one weak spot I would say that the film has is that its female lead Brigid O'Shaunessey, played by Mary Astor, was not altogether that interesting. If they could have gotten a slightly better known actress to play O'Shaunessey, she mat have been slightly more interesting. Other than that, the movie is always considered one of the top 50 movies of all time, and for good reason.
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Still of Humphrey Bogart, Peter Lorre, Mary Astor, and Sydney Greenstreet in the Maltese Falcon
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I rate this film 9/10
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