

Touch of Evil (1958)
12 Accompaniment. Those aged under 12 are only admitted if accompanied by an adult aged at least 18 (cinema only). May contain moderate violence, sexual innuendo, or coarse language.
Overview
A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.
Cast & Crew
Trailers

"The shoe-box was empty"

Masters of Cinema 4K UHD Blu-ray Unboxing

"There isn't any shade on the window"

Original 1958 Trailer

Masters of Cinema UHD Blu-ray Trailer

Everything 'Touch of Evil' Tells You in Its Opening 4 Minutes | Film 101

How this scene required this to be PLACED IN THE MOUTH creating a very SHOCKING image!

BFI Re-release Trailer

Howard Rodman on TOUCH OF EVIL

'Touch of Evil' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times
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