Black Tuesday

Tight little prison break/hostage drama flick, kind of similar to The Desperate Hours and the like. Nothing too unusual here, but it flows very well and keeps you entertained, and it explores some interesting moral ground. Best of all is Edward G. Robinson's gleefully ruthless performance. The cinematography seemed nice, but it was difficult to judge with such a rotten print. If a restoration ever came out, I'd buy it.

In *Black Tuesday*, Edward G. Robinson delivers a powerful performance as a man who is both desperate and ruthlessly violent in his quest for freedom. His portrayal elevates the film, giving depth to a character whose actions make it easy for the audience to root for his return to death row. The storyline is straightforward but compelling, allowing Robinson's intense character to shine through, keeping viewers engaged and invested in the outcome.

Robinson is very good in this tight jail break noir. The opening scene is excellent, and that stylistic talent shows up in a few other places, but while it never goes wrong it doesn't reach many heights.