This suspenseful thriller tells the story of a group of crooks who plan a
lucrative jewel heist. Examining crime on a small and intimate scale, The Asphalt
Jungle focuses on the characters themselves, their motivations, and the details
of their profession. This classic 1950 film won director John Huston two Oscar¨
nominations for his screenplay and direction; it also features Marilyn Monroe's
first speaking role.
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USA suspense
1950
bw 112 min.
