
High Sierra
HE KILLED... and there on the crest of Sierra's highest crag... HE MUST BE KILLED!
Directed by Raoul Walsh
Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures
A classic film noir about a paroled criminal drawn back into crime, culminating in a doomed flight across the Sierra Nevada.
Given a pardon from jail, Roy Earle gets back into the swing of things as he robs a swanky resort.
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Questions people ask
Does High Sierra end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is High Sierra scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is High Sierra sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is High Sierra violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is High Sierra easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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Like High Sierra
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as High Sierra
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like High Sierra, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like High Sierra, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like High Sierra, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




























































