The Film Junkie

It is by no means one of the greatest noirs of all time, however I don’t think Lana Turner ever gave a better performance than here as a conflicted wife with big plans and even bigger affections for the two men in her life.

The noir aspect of the film falls a little flat mainly due to the performances by the men in the film and the somewhat dull plan of attack.  The exception for the male actors is Hume Cronyn, looking young and spry, as the defense attorney who sees every angle and knows how to manipulate people to his advantage.

All in all the film is dull in parts but Turner makes it sparkle.

Grade: B-