Content Warnings
- 🟡 50/100 Suggestive dancing and close physical contact in a nightclub scene.
- 🟡 40/100 Implied sexual tension and suggestive dialogue between characters.
- 🟡 30/100 Characters shown smoking cigarettes frequently throughout the movie.
- 🔴 70/100 A character is implied to be under the influence of drugs, with erratic behavior.
- 🔴 80/100 A violent explosion scene with dramatic aftermath.
- 🔴 90/100 Intense physical altercation with punching and choking.
- 🔴 85/100 A character is shot, with blood shown.
- 🟡 30/100 Use of mild profanity in dialogue.
- 🟡 50/100 Stronger language used in a heated argument.
Details for Touch of Evil (1958)
Who directed Touch of Evil (1958)?
Touch of Evil was directed by Orson Welles, who also co-wrote the screenplay and starred in the film.
What is the plot of Touch of Evil (1958)?
The film follows a Mexican narcotics officer, Mike Vargas (Charlton Heston), who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation led by a corrupt American police captain, Hank Quinlan (Orson Welles), in a small border town. The story explores themes of corruption, racism, and justice.
Who are the main actors in Touch of Evil (1958)?
The main actors include Charlton Heston as Mike Vargas, Orson Welles as Hank Quinlan, Janet Leigh as Susan Vargas, and Joseph Calleia as Pete Menzies.
Why is Touch of Evil (1958) considered significant in film history?
Touch of Evil is regarded as a classic film noir and is celebrated for its innovative cinematography, complex narrative, and Welles' masterful direction. Its famous long-take opening shot is particularly renowned in cinema history.
What awards or nominations did Touch of Evil (1958) receive?
Although it was not a major awards contender at the time, Touch of Evil has since gained critical acclaim. It was nominated for a Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival and has been included in various 'greatest films' lists over the years.
