Gilda
A gambler discovers an old flame while in Argentina, but she's married to his new boss.
Critics Sentiment
Gilda arrives as Mundson's new wife with famous hair toss
Johnny marries Gilda but treats her with resentment and suspicion
The film peaks with Gilda's iconic entrance and performance sequences but dips significantly during the middle marriage section before recovering for the climax
Gilda receives widespread critical acclaim for Rita Hayworth's legendary performance and the film's stylish noir atmosphere, particularly in its first half. While reviewers universally praise the sexual tension, memorable dialogue, and iconic scenes like the hair toss entrance and 'Put the Blame on Mame' performance, many note that the second half becomes slower and less engaging. The consensus celebrates it as a classic star vehicle elevated by Hayworth's captivating screen presence, even when the plot mechanics don't quite match her magnetism.
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Rita Hayworth
Gilda
Glenn Ford
Johnny Farrell
George Macready
Ballin Mundson
Joseph Calleia
Det. Maurice Obregon
Steven Geray
Uncle Pio
Joe Sawyer
Casey
Gerald Mohr
Capt. Delgado
Mark Roberts
Gabe Evans
Ludwig Donath
German Cartel Member
Donald Douglas
Thomas Langford
Julio Abadía
Newsman / Waiter (uncredited)
Enrique Acosta
Gambler (uncredited)
Ed Agresti
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Sam Appel
Blackjack Dealer (uncredited)
Sam Ash
Gambler (uncredited)
Nina Bara
Girl at Carnival (uncredited)
Edward Biby
Gambler (uncredited)
Robert Board
American Cartel Member (uncredited)
Symona Boniface
Gambler at Roulette Table (uncredited)
Eugene Borden
Blackjack Dealer (uncredited)
Crew
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