"The Scar aka Hollow Triumph" The Scar is somewhat underrated as a film noir but powerful performances by Joan Bennett and Paul Henreid as Johnny Muller, and stylish direction from Steve Sekely make this a gripping film with some very effective twists. All of the ingredients of Noir are present with the flawed characters, dark settings and the inevitable tragedies. Henreid sees a way of escaping from his troubles by stealing the identity of a psychiatrist. Ultimately, irony plays its part in the destiny of the leading characters. Although Johnny Muller appears as a highly intelligent criminal, he makes a fundamental blunder that could expose him. However, the vagaries of human nature allow him to succeed with his impersonation with only a charlady detecting him. Look out for a wonderful cameo from Alvin Hammer as Jerry, the garage attendant who dreams of becoming a famous ballroom dancer.
If you are a fan of Film Noir, I would recommend adding the film to your collection.
If you are a fan of Film Noir, I would recommend adding the film to your collection.