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Gun Crazy (1950)

Rate: 8
Viewed: 7/06

GCrazy
7/06: Before there was Bonnie and Clyde, there was Gun Crazy.

The concept is pretty much the same, and it's a prime example of dominant-submissive relationship between male and female. John Dall and Peggy Cummins are excellent as Bart Tare and Annie Starr, respectively, although there's a lack of development in their relationship.

What makes Gun Crazy work the best is the aesthetic shots. The ending is beautifully photographed which is abstract, volatile, and dramatic. When the moment comes, it explodes with a feeling of meaninglessness.

All in all, Gun Crazy, notwithstanding the slow pace with some redundancy in certain scenes, is a superbly shot film noir picture with terrific performances.