Ace in the Hole tells the story of Chuck Tatum (Douglas), a frustrated former big-city journalist stuck working for a small and simple Albuquerque community newspaper. While trying to work his way back to the big leagues, Tatum exploits a story about a man trapped in a remote cave. He eventually ropes the local sheriff, the victim’s wife, his junior reporter, and a host of other characters into an ambitious scheme that ends in tragedy.
12 Angry Men
A jury holdout attempts to prevent a miscarriage of justice by forcing his colleagues to reconsider the evidence.
Cat People
On this episode of Out of Theaters, Will and Billy debate the merits of “Cat People,” discuss the shadowy direction of Jacques Tourneur and examine Lewton’s spooky legacy. Plus, Will sings the praises of “Dolemite Is My Name” and Billy looks forward to “Doctor Sleep.”