3 years ago

Touch of Evil (Sight and Sound #57)

In which we learn that TOUCH OF EVIL is not a made up movie from GET SHORTY.

"The film has always been a favorite of those who enjoy visual and dramatic flamboyance."

From probably our best known critic, Roget Ebert, and we agree! TOUCH OF EVIL is proof that even movies on all of these pretentious lists can actually be fun. We take a look at what amounts to a B movie, but with a great director at the helm. We also touch on the objectionable brownface of Charlton Heston (of all people) as a Mexican officer of the law, as well as the glorious acting ability and beauty of Janet Leigh.

Join us as we travel across the border and talk great endings, boring heroes and the fun of being a heel in TOUCH OF EVIL.

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