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Fourth Height
Real story of the young legendary actress of Soviet cinema Gulya Korolyova, who started acting in films at the age of four. In May 1942, having barely finished school, Gulya voluntarily went to the front and soon died heroically in a battle near Stalingrad.
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Plot Summary
A former police detective, working as a private investigator, is drawn into a complex and dangerous investigation involving a wealthy socialite and a mysterious murder. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, corruption, and obsession that threatens his own life and sanity.
Critical Reception
Arthur Penn's 'Fourth Height' was met with a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics praised the performances, particularly Gene Hackman's, and the film's atmospheric tension and noir sensibilities. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Gene Hackman delivers a compelling performance as a world-weary detective.
The film successfully evokes a dark and moody atmosphere.
The intricate plot, while engaging, can be difficult to follow at times.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's gritty tone and strong lead performance, finding it an engaging, albeit sometimes complex, crime drama.
Fun Fact
Director Arthur Penn initially envisioned the film as a more straightforward police procedural before evolving it into a more complex neo-noir thriller.
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