Blast of Silence
Blast of Silence

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Blast of Silence

1961
Movie
77 min
English

A hired killer from Cleveland has a job to do on a second-string mob boss in New York. But a special girl from his past and a fat gun dealer with pet rats get in his way.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Director: Allen H. MinerGenres: Crime, Film-Noir, Thriller

Plot Summary

Frankie is a professional hitman who travels to Montgomery, Alabama, during the Christmas season to eliminate a former associate. As he navigates the unfamiliar city and the cheerful holiday atmosphere, he finds himself entangled with the target's sister and a woman from his own past. Frankie's cold, detached demeanor begins to crack as he confronts his own mortality and the consequences of his violent profession.

Critical Reception

Blast of Silence is a cult classic known for its bleak tone, gritty atmosphere, and the chilling performance of Eddie Constantine. While not a major commercial success upon release, it has gained a dedicated following among film noir enthusiasts for its stylish direction and unforgiving portrayal of a hitman's life.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its grim and fatalistic atmosphere.

  • Eddie Constantine's performance as the emotionally detached hitman is a standout.

  • The film's stylish direction and noir sensibilities are highly regarded.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this older cult film, but it is generally appreciated by fans of the film noir genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Montgomery, Alabama, during the Christmas season, contrasting the festive environment with the dark narrative.

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John Chard

John Chard

The Hate of Harlem. Blast of Silence is written and directed by Allen Baron, he also stars along with Molly McCarthy, Larry Tucker and Peter Clume. Music is by Meyer Kupferman and cinematography by Merrill Brody. It’s Christmas week...