The Spiral Staircase (1946)

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Country: US
Technical: bw 83m
Director: Robert Siodmak
Cast: Dorothy McGuire, George Brent, Kent Smith, Ethel Barrymore, Rhonda Fleming

Synopsis:

During the 1910s, a mute girl works as domestic for an elderly lady, living in her mansion. When a spate of killings of young women with disabilities becomes known, she becomes fearful for her safety.

Review:

Classic old dark house thriller, with Siodmak skilfully calibrating every situation for maximum suspense and shock value. McGuire is outstanding among the cast, in perhaps her best role.


Country: US
Technical: bw 83m
Director: Robert Siodmak
Cast: Dorothy McGuire, George Brent, Kent Smith, Ethel Barrymore, Rhonda Fleming

Synopsis:

During the 1910s, a mute girl works as domestic for an elderly lady, living in her mansion. When a spate of killings of young women with disabilities becomes known, she becomes fearful for her safety.

Review:

Classic old dark house thriller, with Siodmak skilfully calibrating every situation for maximum suspense and shock value. McGuire is outstanding among the cast, in perhaps her best role.