Drama,Mystery,Thriller
United States of America
Kiss Me Deadly is a film noir released in 1955, directed by Robert Aldrich and starring Ralph Meeker as the private investigator Mike Hammer. The film follows the story of Hammer as he tries to solve the murder of a hitchhiker named Christina, whom he had given a ride to before she was brutally killed.
As he investigates the case, Hammer discovers that Christina had been in possession of something valuable, which the thugs who caused the car crash were after. The pursuit of this mysterious object leads Hammer to cross paths with dangerous gangsters and corrupt officials, as well as putting his own life in danger.
The film is known for its dark and gritty atmosphere, as well as its portrayal of Hammer as a tough and violent antihero who is willing to use any means necessary to achieve his goals. It also features several iconic scenes, such as the opening credits sequence and the famous "Pandora's Box" scene, which have influenced many later films and TV shows.
Overall, Kiss Me Deadly is considered a classic of the film noir genre, and is regarded as one of the best adaptations of Mickey Spillane's novels featuring Mike Hammer.
