The Asphalt Jungle (23-May-1950)
Director: John Huston Writers: Ben Maddow; John Huston From novel: The Asphalt Jungle by W. R. Burnett Music by: Miklos Rozsa Producer: Arthur Hornblow, Jr. Keywords: Crime, Film Noir, Heist A carefully planned $500,000 jewel heist initially succeeds, then falls apart amongst suspicion and double crosses. Gritty and realistic masterpiece of film noir, told from the multiple points of view of all of the flawed individuals involved. Nominated for four Oscars including Best Director and Best Actor.
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