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Mickey and Pluto go hunting for quail. Pluto scares away the first ones they see; Mickey scolds him, then relents. He shows Pluto how to be a pointer, and they set off after another quail, but Mickey accidentally jumps on a bear's nose, and thinks it's Pluto. Meanwhile, Pluto finds the quail and points. The babies climb on board and start picking at his hairs, but Pluto's been told not to move. Mickey finally comes across Pluto, who by now is covered by small animals, and realizes he's being followed by a bear. Mickey tries to reason with the bear, and backs off a cliff, onto Pluto.
A noir thriller about a young man who gets entangled in a murder plot after picking up a hitchhiker. He becomes the prime suspect and must race against time to clear his name and expose the real killers.
Upon its release, 'The Pointer' received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its gritty atmosphere and suspenseful plot, while others found its narrative convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. Over time, it has gained a cult following among noir enthusiasts for its stylish direction and tense pacing.
Praised for its tense, suspenseful atmosphere and stylish noir visuals.
Criticized by some for a somewhat convoluted plot and less-than-compelling character motivations.
Considered a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry into the film noir genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and niche appeal, but generally reflect appreciation for its classic noir elements.
The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for a different star before Robert Mitchum was cast in the lead role.
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“Mickey” has decided that he is fed up with beans, so takes “Pluto” on a quail hunt. Luckily for the birds, neither he with his shotgun nor his hopeless hunting dog could catch one if it had concrete wings, but as they go deeper into the wo...