I Died a Thousand Times
I Died a Thousand Times

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I Died a Thousand Times

1955
Movie
109 min
English

After aging criminal Roy Earle is released from prison he decides to pull one last heist before retiring — by robbing a resort hotel.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Stuart HeislerGenres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

Frankie Jorgensen, a fugitive bank robber, escapes prison and seeks refuge with the daughter of a paranoid rancher. He becomes entangled in a plan to rob a payroll truck, but his volatile nature and the suspicions of his associates, including the ruthless Slim, threaten to derail the heist and lead to his downfall. The film explores themes of greed, betrayal, and the inescapable consequences of a life of crime.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, "I Died a Thousand Times" received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised Jack Palance's intense performance and the film's gritty portrayal of criminal life. However, some found the narrative somewhat predictable, and the violence, while fitting for the genre, was noted by some reviewers. Audiences generally responded well to the suspenseful plot and the strong performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its hard-boiled atmosphere and Jack Palance's compelling performance.

  • Considered a solid, if somewhat conventional, entry in the crime drama genre.

  • The film effectively captures the desperation and violence of its criminal protagonists.

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Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1949 film "Thieves' Highway," but with a focus on a different aspect of criminal activity.

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John Chard

John Chard

Famed Bandit, Former No 1 On FBI List, Pardoned After Eight Years. I Died a Thousand Times is directed by Stuart Heisler and adapted to screenplay by W.R. Burnett from his own novel High Sierrra. It stars Jack Palance, Shelley Winters, L...