This film-noir and twisted love story stars Glen Ford and Rita Hayworth. Johnny Farrell is a shady gambler who has just arrived in Buenos Aires. Through certain circumstances he quickly meets a mysterious man. Soon he learns this man is a casino owner and Farrell gains a job as his right hand man. However, things get complicated when Farrell's boss marries Gilda, a beautiful woman who Farrell had been involved with a long time ago. Quickly their mutual dislike becomes evident but Mr. Mundy has Johhny constantly watching over Gilda. Seeing her fliritng with many other men increases Johhny's hatred for her. Soon he learns his boss is in somethingthing much bigger and after a murder Mr. Mundy attempts to escape on a plane. Johnny sees it crash but little does he know his boss is alive. To get at Gilda, he marries her and keeps her confined. Despite their hatred, they still hold complicated feelings for each other. But then Mr. Mundy comes back seeking revenge on both Johnny and Gilda. However, his plans fail and the romance is complete. If there was ever an essential femme fatale, Hayworth's character certainly would fit that category. Her performance of "Put the Blame on Mame" is definitely memorable.
4.5/5 Stars
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