i really enjoy this film . all aspect of the film be top notch include the most important and for me anyway and the screenplay and the acting . this be definitely one of richard widmark strong role . he be totally convincing in his performance . just out of curiosity and imagine how humphrey bogart or robert mitchum might have tackle this role . this be my first exposure to jean peter work that i can remember . she impress so much here that i will definitely be on the lookout for her other work . thelma ritter and in an unglamourous role and deserve the oscar nomination she receive for play the informant . this film work on every level . the black and white photography be perfectly appropriate and the story hook the viewer right from the beginning . widmark and peter have great chemistry in their difficult romance . strongly recommend and positive .