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Crossfire (1947)
Rate:
6
Viewed:
10/08
10/08:
Crossfire can be credited as the first picture to tackle a "hate crime" issue, and it works.
The performances are well-done. Robert Young stands out the most with his honest, sincere portrayal of a man who understands
the problem. Giving his speech to Leroy is powerful.
How Gloria Grahame's Ginny was set up is silly because I'm annoyed with her refusal to cooperate with the
detective because really...what's there to lose after all? Other than the performances, there isn't much going for the film, and
the story is as flat as a pancake although it has a clever trick in terms of trapping the killer.
All in all, Crossfire is a decent message picture that's by no means film noir.