Four Boys and a Gun
Four Boys and a Gun

Four Boys and a Gun

1957Movie74 minEnglish

The moving story of four young men struggling against overwhelming odds to remain honest. When their crooked employer shorts their earnings; they turn to crime, their first theft ending in tragedy.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Henry LevinGenres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A young man, haunted by his father's criminal past, finds himself drawn into the underworld after his father's death. He attempts to go straight but is pressured by gangsters to pull off a heist. He must choose between loyalty to his father's legacy and forging his own path towards redemption.

Critical Reception

This film noir is considered a relatively obscure entry in the genre. While it features a compelling premise and a few solid performances, it often suffers from a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. It's generally seen as a competent but not particularly groundbreaking crime drama from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film noir atmosphere is present but not fully realized.
  • The protagonist's struggle with his father's legacy provides a decent dramatic core.
  • The plot unfolds in a somewhat formulaic manner typical of its time.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Four Boys and a Gun' is not readily available. However, general audience reception for similar mid-century crime dramas often highlights the period's style and thematic concerns, while acknowledging narrative simplicity.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film focuses on the moral dilemmas faced by the characters rather than the gun itself being a central plot device throughout.

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