Touch of Evil (1958)

The intrigue is unleashed in this film noir classic with the explosion of a car bomb that kills two people in a technically unprecedented sequence shot, setting off an intricate story captivatingly told by Orson Welles. A narcotics detective, Mike Vargas, becomes entangled in a web of deceit and secret dangers involving police captain Hank Quinlan. The film, known for its atmospheric cinematography and suspenseful narrative, displays intense characters, all of whom have an importance that adds layers of complexity to the story.