Richard W. Haines' tribute to Film Noir works....

Once again Richard W. Haines shows his talent in putting every dollar possible in a low budget film up on the screen to be seen. Haines as editor, producer and director puts this B&W/color entry as a tribute to the film noir classics of the forties. Outstanding photography, lighting, sound well beyond what you'd expect in a low budget. Some excellent perofrmances from supporting cast, but the leads best not give up their day jobs. I liked the female lead's attempt to equal a young Lauren Bacall and she generates some heat in scenes, but somehow I'm left with the taste of an amateur performance. The male leads holds up his end,but you have to be patient. His pace and timing are too slow. Good story, Haines adds the polish and its definitely worth your time.

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