The Big Heat

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Summary: Lang At His Best
Review: With the possible exception of "Beyond a Reasonable Doubt" (1956), Fritz Lang's "The Big Heat" (1953) was the director's last masterpiece. Tough and uncompromising, it is a provocative crime thriller that features Glenn Ford's best performance as an honest cop battling big-city corruption -- and the terrible price he pays. Gloria Grahame and Lee Marvin give equally effective portrayals in this classic film noir. "The Big Heat" remains a powerful, unforgettable work.