Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Dark Passage Full Frame

Dark Passage (Full Frame)

Dark Passage (Full Frame)...Bogey's on the lam and Bacall's at his side in 'Dark Passage,' Delmer Daves' stylish film-noir thriller that's the third of four films Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall made together. Bogart is Vincent Parry who, framed for murder, escapes San Quentin and soon emerges from plastic surgery with a new face. Bacall is Irene Jansen, Vincent's lone ally. In a supporting role, Agnes Moorehead portrays Madge, a venomous harpy who finds pleasure in the unhappiness of others. The chemistry of the leads is undeniable, and they augment it here with exceptional tenderness. Exceptional too are the atmospheric San Francisco locations and the imaginative camera work that shows Vincent's point of view - but not his face - until th e bandages are removed. Lest Irene get ideas, the post-surgery Vincent tells her: 'Don't change yours. I like it just as it is.' So do we.

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'Hold Your Breath And Cross Your Fingers: The Story Of Dark Passage' - Making-of featurette. 'Slick Hare' - vintage Merrie Melodies cartoon starring Bugs Bunny.Featurette, Trailers, 9-Dual Layer.... Click here or on the image for details



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