Thursday, March 08, 2007

D.O.A.

Many fans believe that D.O.A. is the greatest film noir movie ever made. Frank Bigelow has left his small-town home and business for a vacation in the city. Frank is contemplating marriage and wants some time away from his girl friend to think things over.

Shortly after his arrival in the city, Frank falls ill. A visit to the doctor reveals that someone has poisoned Frank with iridium. (There is no poison called "iridium," but don't let that spoil the movie for you.) No antidote exists and Frank has only a short time to live.

In the days that Frank has left, he sets out to find his killer.

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