Hollywood System Gem...absolute must!

Rating: 10/10 (19 February 1999)

There is really not much you can say about the greatness of this movie because of its universal timelessness and appeal. A famous love story with Nazis and war as a backdrop. Rick and Ilsa, the interrupted love affair renewed, this time each knowing that they must sacrifice their love for a larger good. The famous saloon, where international bravado rules and exit visas are rampantly desired.
This is undoubtedly the funniest and most cynical of Bogart's characters and Bergman is an absolute stunner. My favorite shot in the film is that of Bergman as she looks out of the corner of her eye for Rick as Laszlo goes to the bar. It is a quick dolly in to her right side, her look explaining everything. This is a movie you must own if you're a film lover. It can be watched over and over.