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• Wow, Film Noir at It's Best.

  • Bryan
  • 1/19/13

  I just finished watching this film today and am so glad I recorded it yesterday. John Payne I've never seen like this in a film. I understand why he was such an underrated actor now. His character had me following him every thrilling moment. That fight scene in the hotel room is one I will not forget soon. Evelyn Keyes was incredible. A great film noir!

• One Reason I Watch TCM

  • David Cantrell
  • 1/18/13

  To discover great films like this is one reason I watch TCM. I was on edge for John Payne's character as I journeyed with him from one situation to another, the story and characters always keeping me involved. Another one I have to get for my collection.

• Great Noir

  • I_Fortuna
  • 1/17/13

  I have been a John Payne fan since childhood and really loved this movie. I don't think they get much better than this film noir. I know it is not a favorite of some fans but I like it better than some of the even more so-called popular films of this genre. The pace, the acting, the screenplay, the directing is great and the acting is top notch. I don't recall seeing this film before and really enjoyed it.

• Just Watched 10/9/12

  • The River
  • 10/9/12

  Good movie

• Great noir fun

  • manny igrejas
  • 1/17/11

  An engrossing delight. What a treat to see the excellent and under-appreciated John Payne and Evelyn Keyes giving it their all. The plot is twisty and neat and it zips along at a lively pace. The solid supporting cast is a great boost as well. This film really likes its closeups and they serve the film beautifully. Evelyn Keyes big scene in a theater is something to see.

• 99 River Street (1953)

  • James Higgins
  • 4/4/10

  Impressive "B" film noir, it's short and with an incredible pace. Wonderful cast. John Payne is so underrated, he gives and exceptional performance. Snappy dialog, well written. A solid and taut film, well edited.

• 99 River St.

  • hugh lovell
  • 3/3/10

  It's film noir meets Rocky. You gotta see it but it"s hard to find.

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