The Killers (1946) - Colorized Edition

The Killers (1946) - Colorized Edition
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Synopsis
"The Killers" (1946), now colorized, is a suspenseful film noir directed by Robert Siodmak, based on the short story by Ernest Hemingway. This cinematic masterpiece introduces Burt Lancaster in his breakout role as "The Swede," a former boxer whose mysterious past catches up with him when two hitmen arrive to execute him.

The story unfolds through a series of flashbacks, as an insurance investigator (Edmond O’Brien) pieces together The Swede’s tragic fate. The film explores themes of betrayal, crime, and doomed romance, heightened by the unforgettable performance of Ava Gardner as the femme fatale Kitty Collins. With its dark atmosphere, razor-sharp dialogue, and intense action, The Killers remains one of the finest examples of 1940s film noir.

The colorized version brings new depth to the shadowy cinematography, enhancing the moody visuals and dramatic intensity that made this a true classic.

Cast and Crew
Director: Robert Siodmak
Producers: Mark Hellinger
Screenplay: Anthony Veiller (with uncredited contributions from John Huston and Richard Brooks)

Cast:

Burt Lancaster as Ole "The Swede" Andreson
Ava Gardner as Kitty Collins
Edmond O'Brien as Jim Reardon
Albert Dekker as Big Jim Colfax
Sam Levene as Lieutenant Sam Lubinsky
William Conrad as Al (Hitman)
Charles McGraw as Max (Hitman)
Cinematography: Elwood Bredell
Music: Miklós Rózsa
Editing: Arthur Hilton
Production Company: Universal Pictures
Release Date: 1946
Runtime: 103 minutes

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