Friday, August 06, 2021

Point Blank

 A terrific neo-noir film, but take a look at some of the actors:

Carroll O'Connor, as an accountant for the mob--four years before he became Archie Bunker.

Angie Dickinson, looking great at 36 and showing huge acting range.

Finally, Lee Marvin!  Walker, no first name: Double crossed by his wife (Dickinson plays the wife's sister) shot and left for dead by his best friend.  On a determined mission to confront them both and get his half of the money!

How old would you say Marvin is here?


43 years old! What did life throw at you sir?  Why do you look 63? Not frail, but old and strong and driven.

Walker walking:

Sister in law troubles:

She loves him, but he can be frustrating.

It's not all fights: