Film Noir Review: He Ran All the Way (1951)

“I wish I knew how you wanted me to be. If only you’d tell me.” Most fans who make their way through film noir will invariably stumble upon the tragedy of John Garfield. A remarkably naturalistic actor, Garfield was adept at taking hateable characters and humanizing them so much... Read full article

He Ran All The Way (1951): John Garfield’s Final Film

We meet the belligerent two-bit criminal named Nick Robey (John Garfield) sleeping one off in the grungy apartment he shares with his acerbic mother. It’s not exactly the lap of luxury but it gives us some immediate insight into who he is. He’s an oafish, pitiful excuse for a human being... Read full article

Day 11 of Noirvember: See it on TCM — He Ran All the Way (1951)

Garfield and co-star Shelley Winters. John Garfield’s last movie was He Ran All the Way in 1951. Shortly after filming was completed on this film, Garfield was called to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee. The committee had been investigating Communism in the motion picture ... Read full article

He Ran All the Way (John Berry, 1951)

This is my contribution to the John Garfield centenary blogathon being organised by Patti at They Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To. Please do visit and take a look at the other postings. John Garfield’s last film is one of his greatest – yet it tends to be known more for the ... Read full article