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The Maltese Falcon (1931)

6.319311h 20mEN
MysteryCrime

Directed by Roy Del Ruth

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 20m

Language

EN

Release

May 23, 1931

Director

Roy Del Ruth

Overview

A lovely dame with dangerous lies employs the services of a private detective, who is quickly caught up in the mystery and intrigue of a statuette known as the Maltese Falcon.

Cast

Ricardo Cortez

Ricardo Cortez

Sam Spade

Bebe Daniels

Bebe Daniels

Ruth Wonderly

Dudley Digges

Dudley Digges

Casper Gutman

Una Merkel

Una Merkel

Effie Perrine

Robert Elliott

Robert Elliott

Police Lt. Dundy

Thelma Todd

Thelma Todd

Iva Archer

Otto Matieson

Otto Matieson

Dr. Joel Cairo

Walter Long

Walter Long

Miles Archer

Dwight Frye

Dwight Frye

Wilmer Cook

J. Farrell MacDonald

J. Farrell MacDonald

Det. Sgt. Tom Polhaus

Agostino Borgato

Agostino Borgato

Capt. John Jacobi (uncredited)

Morgan Wallace

Morgan Wallace

District Attorney (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Maltese Falcon (1931), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A lovely dame with dangerous lies employs the services of a private detective, who is quickly caught up in the mystery and intrigue of a statuette known as the Maltese Falcon.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Maltese Falcon. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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