Forbidden
Forbidden

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Forbidden

1955
Movie
90 min
Italian

Don Paolo, a young parson troubled by his love for Agnese, tries to make peace in a little village in Sardinia where two families are at war.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Gerd OswaldGenres: Film-Noir, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man fresh out of prison, desperate for a new start, becomes entangled in a dangerous scheme involving a beautiful femme fatale and a ruthless gangster. He finds himself drawn into a world of crime and betrayal, struggling to escape his past and a perilous present. His choices lead him down a path of mounting tension and unforeseen consequences.

Critical Reception

Forbidden is a lesser-known but effective noir thriller that benefits from a solid performance by Tony Curtis and a classic noir setup. While not as iconic as some genre masterpieces, it delivers a tense and engaging story for fans of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • A tightly wound noir with a compelling lead performance.

  • Delivers on the classic tropes of the genre with a good sense of atmosphere.

  • Underrated for its tense plotting and exploration of moral ambiguity.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to ascertain due to limited available data, but reviews often highlight its engaging plot and Curtis's strong performance.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Tony Curtis's early starring roles, showcasing his emerging talent in dramatic and intense performances before he became a major Hollywood star.

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