description The Glass Key Overview
The Glass Key is a 1942 film noir directed by Stuart Heisler, starring Brian Donlevy and Veronica Lake. It adapts Dashiell Hammett’s 1931 novel, following a narrative with supporting actors including William Bendix and Richard Denning. This version of the story follows a previous adaptation released in 1935, featuring George Raft.
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info The Glass Key Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1942 |
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Is the 1942 film The Glass Key based on a book?
Yes, the movie is an adaptation of Dashiell Hammett’s 1931 hardboiled detective novel of the same name. The narrative follows a political boss and his right-hand man as they navigate a complex murder mystery.
Who stars in The Glass Key (1942)?
The film is directed by Stuart Heisler and stars Brian Donlevy and Veronica Lake in the lead roles. The cast also features notable supporting actors like William Bendix and Richard Denning.
Was The Glass Key adapted into a movie before 1942?
Yes, this 1942 film version was actually the second adaptation of Dashiell Hammett's novel. Paramount Pictures previously released a version in 1935, though the 1942 film is often more remembered today due to Veronica Lake's rising stardom.
What genre does The Glass Key belong to?
The film is a classic example of film noir and political crime drama, released during the height of the genre's golden era. It heavily features themes of corruption, loyalty, and murder that define Hammett's gritty writing style.
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