"The Maltese Falcon" is not only a successful film noir, it is also considered by many film historians as one of the best examples of the film noir genre. The characters in the film, the dark atmosphere and a surprising plot inspired other films of the genre. In addition, the director of the movie, John Huston, had his directorial debut with "The Maltese Falcon" and achieved significant success with the movie.
The movie begins as private detective Sam Spade (Humphrey Bogart) investigates a murder case directed by Brigid O'Shaughnessy (Mary Astor). Brigid seeks the help of Sam, who asks him to protect her from a third man. However, Brigid's goal is to uncover the person who killed her ex and wants to kill her too.
Sam discovers a connection between Brigid's murdered lover and a mysterious bird figurine known as the Maltese Falcon. The Maltese Falcon is a legendary object that many people are after because of its value. Sam realizes that a group of criminals who are interested in the figurine are after him and that he has now become a target.
Sam's investigations reveal Brigid's true identity and reveal that she is in fact a member of the criminal world. This adventure full of murder, betrayal and intrigue follows Sam Spade's determined struggle to unravel the secret of the Maltese Falcon and expose the criminals.
The movie "The Maltese Falcon" gained notoriety as a successful film noir. The characters in the film, the dark atmosphere and a surprising plot inspired other works of the film noir genre. In addition, famous actors such as Humphrey Bogart, Mary Astor and Peter Lorre stand out with their successful performances in the film.
Interesting information about the movie The Maltese Falcon is as follows;
- John Huston, the director of "The Maltese Falcon," had actually never directed a movie before. However, because the producers thought he had a successful career as a screenwriter, they offered him the role of director. Huston accepted and started his directorial career with this film, and later made many successful films.
- The Maltese Falcon figurines in the movie were not real, they were made for the stage. However, copies of the figurines are still made and sold by fans of the movie even today.
- The movie's lead actor, Humphrey Bogart, has played villain roles many times before. The movie "The Maltese Falcon" marked his first role as a hero and marked a turning point in his career.
- The movie was originally shot in 1931 as well. However, at that time, the lead actor of this version, Ricardo Cortez, was criticized for not portraying the character well enough. That's why the decision was made to remake it and the 1941 version was shot.
- The movie "The Maltese Falcon" is ranked 23rd in the "Best American Movies" list prepared by the American Film Institute.
- The screenplay of the movie was adapted from the novel of the same name. The author of the novel, Dashiell Hammett, was a private detective himself and is considered one of the pioneers of this genre with his novels.
Director : John Huston
Writers : John Huston (screen play by), Dashiell Hammett (based upon the novel by)
Director of Photography : Arthur Edeson
Music : Adolph Deutsch
Production : 1941 - USA - 100 m.
Genre : Crime / Film-Noir / Mystery
Writers : John Huston (screen play by), Dashiell Hammett (based upon the novel by)
Director of Photography : Arthur Edeson
Music : Adolph Deutsch
Production : 1941 - USA - 100 m.
Genre : Crime / Film-Noir / Mystery
CAST :
Humphrey Bogart
Mary Astor
Gladys George
Peter Lorre
Barton MacLane
Lee Patrick
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