--- product_id: 28125320 title: "Dark Passage" price: "£22.36" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/28125320-dark-passage store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Dark Passage **Price:** £22.36 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Dark Passage - **How much does it cost?** £22.36 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/28125320-dark-passage) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Bogie's on the lam and Bacall's at his side in Delmer Daves' stylish film-noir thriller that's the third of four films Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall made together. Bogart is Vincent Parry, a prison escapee framed for murder who emerges from plastic surgery with a new face. Bacall is Irene Jansen, his lone ally. In sharp support, Agnes Moorehead plays a venomous harpy finding pleasure in the unhappiness of others. The leads' chemistry is undeniable, augmented here with exceptional tenderness. Exceptional too are San Francisco locations and creative camerawork that shows Vincent's point of view -- but not his face -- until bandages are removed. Lest Irene get ideas, post-surgery Vincent tells her: "Don't change yours. I like it just as it is." So do we. Review: Solid movie, straight forward plot set in beautiful San Francisco - Interesting mystery/thriller/film noir from 1947 starring two of the greats, the film has some interesting camera work early on and it was a blast seeing 1947 San Francisco. The film opens with a prison break, Humphrey Bogart’s character Vincent Parry breaking out of San Quentin Prison, intent on clearing his name, as he was framed for murdering his wife. Along the way he crosses paths with someone who takes him to a plastic surgeon so he can change his apparently very easily recognized face. Until the surgery is complete, we never see Bogart’s face but only see things from his point of view, that was innovative (I guess it also saved on casting another actor and also dealt with the issue of the voice being the same). We meet Irene Jansen, played by Lauren Bacall, who to the great amazement of Vincent takes a great interesting in helping him not only escape the police but in trying to clear his name. Though at times like Vincent I was amazed at how helpful she was to him, overall I liked her character and hey, it’s Lauren Bacall being Lauren Bacall and she does as great job in this film. I liked the tension, the mixture of really helpful people and double crossers (as we find that in addition to the person who framed Vincent, there are other foes in the film). San Francisco was used to great effect in the film, with great shots using Filbert Steps, the famous cable cars, and just iconic views of the city. The ending had an element that was maybe a little contrived I thought, but I did like the very final shots of the film. Unlike _The Big Sleep_ with its super difficult to follow plot, this was a much more straightforward and simple plot (though it was never boring). There was a couple of good action scenes, some fun cat and mouse, I loved it when Bacall and Bogart interacted, just all-around solid movie. Review: Here's a Second Look at You, Kid - Although it's the most unfavorably criticized of the Bogart-Bacall teamings, "Dark Passage" is a fascinating film, and one of those little gems which shines brighter with each viewing. The plot, which relies a little too heavily on coincidence and improbable twists, is nontheless engrossing. Bogart plays a convicted murderer on the lam who is trying to keep a low profile while identifying his wife's real killer; Bacall is the gorgeous girl who staunchly believes in his innocence and takes big risks to help him out. Interestingly, the first part of the film is presented from Bogart's point of view, with the other characters talking directly to the camera as if it were him. This places the brunt of the acting burden on his co-stars, and in particular, Bacall; to her credit, she carries the first half of the film expertly, capturing and maintaining viewer interest with her expressive voice and handsome face. Bogart's character finally materializes visually about halfway through the film as an unrecognizable face in a newspaper photo; next as a shadowed figure in the back of a cab; then as a head-bandaged plastic surgery patient; and finally emerges as the hero, the man with Bogart's face. Without giving away any more of the labyrinthian plot, suffice it to say that the supporting cast is uniformly excellent with special kudos going to Tom D'Andrea as a perceptive cab driver, Houseley Stevenson as a quirky plastic surgeon, and Agnes Moorehead as a peevish, man-hungry harridan. Sid Hickox's black-and-white cinematography is both attention-grabbing and beautiful, and the art direction and set decorations are superb (especially love the contrast between Bacall's lavish apartment and the gritty scenes of nighttime San Francisco). The DVD presentation of this noir classic is strictly first class. The video transfer is sharp with excellent contrast, and the sound is clear and crisp. The disc includes the Original Theatrical Trailer, a "making of" documentary, and the Merry Melodies color cartoon "Slick Hare", in which Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd meet up with Bogart, Bacall, and a host of other movie legends. Overall, a wonderful package that offers a wealth of fun and entertainment. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Contributor | Agnes Moorehead, Bruce Bennett, Delmer Daves, Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, Tom D'Andrea | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,759 Reviews | | Format | Blu-ray | | Genre | Mystery & Suspense, Mystery & Suspense/Film Noir | | Language | English | | Runtime | 1 hour and 46 minutes | ## Product Details - **Genre:** Mystery & Suspense, Mystery & Suspense/Film Noir - **Format:** Blu-ray - **Contributor:** Agnes Moorehead, Bruce Bennett, Delmer Daves, Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, Tom D'Andrea - **Language:** English - **Runtime:** 1 hour and 46 minutes ## Images ![Dark Passage - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81GZUnDwjeL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid movie, straight forward plot set in beautiful San Francisco *by T***N on November 23, 2020* Interesting mystery/thriller/film noir from 1947 starring two of the greats, the film has some interesting camera work early on and it was a blast seeing 1947 San Francisco. The film opens with a prison break, Humphrey Bogart’s character Vincent Parry breaking out of San Quentin Prison, intent on clearing his name, as he was framed for murdering his wife. Along the way he crosses paths with someone who takes him to a plastic surgeon so he can change his apparently very easily recognized face. Until the surgery is complete, we never see Bogart’s face but only see things from his point of view, that was innovative (I guess it also saved on casting another actor and also dealt with the issue of the voice being the same). We meet Irene Jansen, played by Lauren Bacall, who to the great amazement of Vincent takes a great interesting in helping him not only escape the police but in trying to clear his name. Though at times like Vincent I was amazed at how helpful she was to him, overall I liked her character and hey, it’s Lauren Bacall being Lauren Bacall and she does as great job in this film. I liked the tension, the mixture of really helpful people and double crossers (as we find that in addition to the person who framed Vincent, there are other foes in the film). San Francisco was used to great effect in the film, with great shots using Filbert Steps, the famous cable cars, and just iconic views of the city. The ending had an element that was maybe a little contrived I thought, but I did like the very final shots of the film. Unlike _The Big Sleep_ with its super difficult to follow plot, this was a much more straightforward and simple plot (though it was never boring). There was a couple of good action scenes, some fun cat and mouse, I loved it when Bacall and Bogart interacted, just all-around solid movie. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Here's a Second Look at You, Kid *by J***K on November 30, 2003* Although it's the most unfavorably criticized of the Bogart-Bacall teamings, "Dark Passage" is a fascinating film, and one of those little gems which shines brighter with each viewing. The plot, which relies a little too heavily on coincidence and improbable twists, is nontheless engrossing. Bogart plays a convicted murderer on the lam who is trying to keep a low profile while identifying his wife's real killer; Bacall is the gorgeous girl who staunchly believes in his innocence and takes big risks to help him out. Interestingly, the first part of the film is presented from Bogart's point of view, with the other characters talking directly to the camera as if it were him. This places the brunt of the acting burden on his co-stars, and in particular, Bacall; to her credit, she carries the first half of the film expertly, capturing and maintaining viewer interest with her expressive voice and handsome face. Bogart's character finally materializes visually about halfway through the film as an unrecognizable face in a newspaper photo; next as a shadowed figure in the back of a cab; then as a head-bandaged plastic surgery patient; and finally emerges as the hero, the man with Bogart's face. Without giving away any more of the labyrinthian plot, suffice it to say that the supporting cast is uniformly excellent with special kudos going to Tom D'Andrea as a perceptive cab driver, Houseley Stevenson as a quirky plastic surgeon, and Agnes Moorehead as a peevish, man-hungry harridan. Sid Hickox's black-and-white cinematography is both attention-grabbing and beautiful, and the art direction and set decorations are superb (especially love the contrast between Bacall's lavish apartment and the gritty scenes of nighttime San Francisco). The DVD presentation of this noir classic is strictly first class. The video transfer is sharp with excellent contrast, and the sound is clear and crisp. The disc includes the Original Theatrical Trailer, a "making of" documentary, and the Merry Melodies color cartoon "Slick Hare", in which Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd meet up with Bogart, Bacall, and a host of other movie legends. Overall, a wonderful package that offers a wealth of fun and entertainment. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ the best *by P***Y on March 15, 2026* fast ship, great quality ## Frequently Bought Together - Dark Passage [Blu-ray] - To Have and Have Not (1944) [Blu-ray] - Key Largo [Blu-ray] --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/28125320-dark-passage](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/28125320-dark-passage) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-23*