some have justly criticize this film for moralize too much . however i still enjoy it for the acting ( bogart of course and john derek a well ) and for the intelligent exploration of how much responsibility rest on the individual and how much on society . a note of interest be that dewey martin ( nicky friend butch ) would later play bogart brother in the desperate hour . i also appreciate character actor vince barnett ( the killer ) portrayal a the less than reliable bartender . all in all and a flaw but nevertheless worthwhile film and positive .