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Murder, My Sweet (DVD, 2004)

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Director Edward Dmytryk put himself on the map with this impressionistic adaptation of Raymond Chandler's detective novel FAREWELL, MY LOVELY. It was also a big turning point in the career of Dick Powell, who before this film was known only as a young male lead in countless musicals opposite Ruby Keeler and Joan Blondell. Here he shows grittiness and snap as the hard-boiled detective Phillip Marlowe, who finds himself ensnared in an elaborate net of murder and deceit. At the center of the mystery is a missing jade necklace and a dim-witted but dangerous thug named Moose (Mike Mazurki) who's hired Marlowe to find his lost girlfriend, Velma. In one memorable sequence, Marlowe finds himself vividly hallucinating after waking from a drug-induced stupor. He also gets beaten up and later seduced by a mysterious hard-as-nails blonde (Claire Trevor). Otto Kruger, Miles Mander, Anne Shirley, and Ralf Harolde are but a few of the interesting faces in the cast. Film noir doesn't get much blacker or more enjoyable than this moody classic.

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UPC0053939675429
eBay Product ID (ePID)30736401

Product Key Features

ActorDick Powell
RatingNR
Movie/TV TitleMurder, My Sweet
DirectorEdward Dmytryk
FormatDVD
Release Year2004
GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Signal StandardDvd
Leading RoleDick Powell
Release Date20040706
Film CountryUSA

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4.6
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  • by roieth-80
    04 Nov, 2019

    quality noir

    I have seen this movie many times, I am glad I now have a good copy. Anyone who likes mysteries should enjoy this. Film noir at its best.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by re-t-read
    31 Jan, 2020

    Prpabably the best Philip Marlowe.

    The disk was in good shape and the movie was totally engaging. For Raymond Chandler fans, Powell is probably the best film Marlowe. I had long felt James Garner most closely resembled Chandler's shamus and Bogart's Marlowe though unmatched was very much Bogart-Bacall magic. But Powell put a lot more into the original character and the piece had much of the 1930-1940 LA aura about it. It is a good buy worth many viewings.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by diah_73
    09 Aug, 2020

    Sadly done

    What a pity that such a prime source was abandoned in favor of a director who cared more for his own thoughts than the excellence he was paid to portray. Chandler might have turned over in his grave. Maybe folk just don't care anymore.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by sfangle
    14 Mar, 2025

    True Film Noir

    A true film noir. Dick Powell and Clair Trevor are at their best. The ending is a bit confusing but a good but improbable story line. Excellent production quality.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by buckoia
    15 Jan, 2018

    Great movie!

    Was looking for a dvd of this title. I've enjoyed listening to the radio show based upon the novel. Nice to be able to see it now, too!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by nukieboy73
    15 Nov, 2017

    Satisfied customer

    I been looking for this movie but couldn't find it so cheap. I am so happy the price I paid.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by bill101360
    26 Dec, 2023

    What can you say, great title!

    Exciting and suspenseful!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • by vanman54
    12 Jan, 2021

    Great old movie

    A great old murder mystery movie. Dvd was used but in good shape. Good to add to my collection.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by hchchn.hcza0t8
    03 Sep, 2024

    Great classic film noir. Plot, dialogue,...

    Great classic film noir. Plot, dialogue, and props were all excellent and entertaining.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • by shotzy2darryl
    14 May, 2019

    Great movie and service.

    Another one of Dick Powell's movies.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

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