Last Meeting
Last Meeting

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Last Meeting

1951
Movie
85 min
Italian

The wife of a mechanic and tester of Alfa Romeo cars becomes the lover of a pilot. The two decide to flee together in Argentina.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: William D. RussellGenres: Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A returning war hero finds his wife has moved on and is involved with another man. He confronts his rival, leading to a tense and dramatic showdown. The film explores themes of betrayal, jealousy, and the difficulty of reintegrating into civilian life after conflict.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its dramatic tension and performances, while others found the plot somewhat predictable. It is considered a competent example of its genre from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and the lead performances.

  • Some found the narrative to be a bit conventional for a film noir.

  • Seen as a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry into the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific title is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Robert L. Lippert, a prolific independent film producer known for his low-budget genre films.

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