THE MALTESE FALCON (1941)
JOHN HUSTON
ClassicsTango's ChoiceFilm NoirThrillerNigel's ChoiceDetectives & Private EyesRecommendedKelly's Heroes
Plot
Treachery and deception in this classic film noir as various groups of low life characters try to lay their mits on the ancient treasure. Sam Spade is the honest fall guy. One of the best Hollywood films ever and certainly one of the best of its type. Initiated the move away from gangster movies.