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White Heat
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White Heat

1949 · 114 min Crime Drama Thriller
7.7 / 10 · TMDB

A psychopathic criminal with a mother complex makes a daring break from prison and then leads his old gang in a chemical plant payroll heist. After the heist, events take a crazy turn.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Raoul Walsh

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

James Cagney

James Cagney

Arthur 'Cody' Jarrett

Virginia Mayo

Virginia Mayo

Verna Jarrett

Edmond O'Brien

Edmond O'Brien

Vic Pardo

Margaret Wycherly

Margaret Wycherly

Ma Jarrett

Steve Cochran

Steve Cochran

'Big Ed' Somers

John Archer

John Archer

Philip Evans

Wally Cassell

Wally Cassell

'Cotton' Valletti

Fred Clark

Fred Clark

Daniel Winston

Paul Guilfoyle

Paul Guilfoyle

Roy Parker (uncredited)

Ford Rainey

Ford Rainey

Zuckie

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