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Act of Violence (1949)

A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.

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Doug C 09 Feb 2009

Better than I expected, but still kind of a mediocre noir/thriller.

Gregory W 27 Apr 2010

dark gritty film noir from the 2nd cycle of noirs.

Four Star F 16 Nov 2013

Fred Zinnemann maintains an excellent atmosphere of suspense in this gripping noir featuring Van Heflin and Robert Ryan embroiled in a deadly cat and mouse scenario.

Stella D 06 May 2010

Fred Zinnemann's vengeance manhunt tale is a sterling example of the genre, with deep contrast in the lighting (terrific cinematography courtesy of Robert Surtees), slow-burn tension, a descent into the underworld, and the past coming back to haunt you. Overall, this is a really solid and gripping piece of work, with some memorable moments and thoughtful post-war themes. Wonderful climax and resolution, too, and a clever use of sound. And something very unusual for its time: the credits are saved until the very end. The acting is mostly strong. Mary Astor as the world-weary hooker (never stated, but come on) stands out the most. Janet Leigh, in one of her earlier roles, is rather weak. Robert Ryan is menacing but could have been given a little more to work with. As the lead, Van Hesling does a fine job... not a very distinctive performance, but a good one. I'm tempted to give this is a higher rating, but it didn't quite push my buttons in that certain way.

Jeffrey M 14 Sep 2008

A very well paced and directed suspense noir. Robert Ryan had the perfect face for the menacing creep. It falters a little toward the end, but it's still on my "top noir" list.