The Best B-Movie Ever Made

macheath-ny

OK, it's not Godfather, but hell, I LIKED Godfather III so what can I tell you? Anyway, there is no better black comedy b-movie gangster flick ever made. From the sterling cast to the Hitchcockian twists (the harvester combine scene is a killer) this is a movie that never stops surprising and pleasing. And while some may chafe at its pace, the fact is that there is an absolutely consistent rhythm that carries from first to last. It's a homage to the great gangster films of the 30's and 40's, as well as a textbook on the production of a perfect small film. Everything about it makes sense, and everyone in it is excellent. This is a fable, so don't be put off by the ending. Think about it. It works.

score 10/10

macheath-ny 15 October 2004

Reprint: https://www.imdb.com/review/rw0947100/