39. Double Indemnity (1944)
Billy Wilder
"Yes, I killed him. I killed him for money - and a woman - and I didn't get the money and I didn't get the woman. Pretty, isn't it?"
Billy Wilder
"Yes, I killed him. I killed him for money - and a woman - and I didn't get the money and I didn't get the woman. Pretty, isn't it?"
A terrific film-noir that without a doubt has withstood the test of time, which I feel isn't something that can be said about a lot of films of this genre. Double Indemnity is full of noir trademarks but also has elements of a Hitchcockian thriller, which makes it highly exciting and atmospheric. It has great acting and dialog, outstanding photography, and it's expertly directed, as is to be expected from Billy Wilder. Double Indemnity is one of those films that far exceeded my expectations, and it's just a joy to watch.