Review of Out of the Past (1947) by Michael G — 22 Mar 2011
Out of the Past has everything a film noir junkie could ask for. Dialogue you could open a letter with, darkly moody cinematography, a femme fatale that makes Ann Coulter look like a pre-school teacher and a world-weathered simp who knows he's headed straight for a screw-job.
Robert Mitchum is perfect and Jane Greer plays her role to a tee. Great supporting performances from Kirk Douglas and Rhonda Fleming as well. Jacques Tourneur's direction definitely has leftovers from his Val Lewton days (definitely not a criticism) and goes toe to toe with any other element of the movie.
Out of the Past is also one of the best examples of film noir even if its not one of the best known.
This review of Out of the Past (1947) was written by Michael G on 22 March 2011.
Out of the Past has generally received very positive reviews.
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