A terrific piece, Marc, on what is - as you said - a perfect film. One of the great film noirs, one of the best performances of all time, some of the best cinematography. It’s really impressive! Glad that you wanted to talk about it!
Have you seen Odd Man Out before? In a similar vein to this film, you might like it.

I also have to say I quite liked the 2010-ish remake of Brighton Rock. A really moody and tense film, I was pleasantly surprised by it.