The Maltese Falcon
1941 Nominee

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This is another classic in film history. The noir genre kicks off for many with this movie that casts Humphrey Bogart in the spotlight. A dame with a story comes into the office of two private detectives and after one of them is murdered, it’s up to the other to solve the case. A classic creep named Peter Lorre is featured (you’ll know him when you see him) and of course, there’s a flighty legend to tie the whole thing together. If fast-talking crime solvers are your thing, this oldie but goodie is sure to rank high on your list.