“Gun Crazy” (1950), directed by Joseph H. Lewis • The film was also released under the title “Deadly Is the Female,” highlighting the dominant and dangerous character of Annie Laurie Starr, portrayed by Peggy Cummins.  • The screenplay was written by Dalton Trumbo, who was blacklisted at the time. To avoid detection, the script was credited to Millard Kaufman.  • The bank heist scene was filmed in a single continuous take on location in Montrose, California. This approach added realism and int