
Crossfire
Hate is like a loaded gun!
Directed by Edward Dmytryk
Produced by RKO Radio Pictures
A noir murder mystery that uses a soldier's death to interrogate prejudice and moral complicity within a tight-knit group.
A man is murdered, apparently by one of a group of soldiers just out of the army. But which one? And why?
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Questions people ask
Is Crossfire scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is Crossfire sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Does Crossfire end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Crossfire easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is Crossfire violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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Like Crossfire
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Crossfire
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Crossfire, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Crossfire, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Crossfire, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































