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City police surround a building, attempting to capture a suspected murderer. The suspect knows there is no escape but refuses to give in.
In a grim port city, down-on-his-luckamasını Jo Kimmel falls for the alluring Alice, unaware she's involved with the manipulative Freddy. When Jo kills Freddy in self-defense, he goes into hiding, with Alice's help, in a deserted observatory. As the authorities close in, Jo grapples with his fate and the true nature of Alice's affections, leading to a tragic conclusion.
The Long Night received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its atmospheric tension and performances, while others found its plot convoluted and its characters unsympathetic. It has since gained a reputation as a notable, albeit somewhat flawed, entry in the film noir genre.
Praised for its moody atmosphere and noir conventions.
Criticized for a convoluted plot and unlikable characters.
Henry Fonda's performance as the doomed protagonist is a highlight.
Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available or widely documented.
The film is a remake of the 1938 French film 'Le Jour Se Lève' (Daybreak).
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The claustrophobic setting and the photography here really do promise much, but as the story unravels it becomes all a bit disappointing. Henry Fonda is beleaguered war veteran “Joe” who has returned to discover that a lot has changed since...