Despite being an "A-picture" with a $1.2 million production cost, it was not a commercial success at the time, grossing approximately $1 million.
The story follows (Mark Stevens), a private investigator who has recently moved to New York after serving time for a crime he didn't commit in San Francisco. He soon discovers he is being followed by a mysterious "White Suit" (William Bendix), leading him to suspect his former partner, Tony Jardine. The Dark Corner(1946)
A vulnerable and somewhat cynical hero typical of the noir genre. Reception and Legacy Despite being an "A-picture" with a $1
Today, it is regarded as a "Grade A" example of film noir. It currently holds a 100% "Fresh" rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes . A vulnerable and somewhat cynical hero typical of
Galt becomes entangled in a complex frame-up involving (Clifton Webb), a wealthy, effete art gallery owner. Helping him navigate this "dark corner" is his loyal and resourceful secretary, Kathleen Stewart (Lucille Ball), who eventually goes beyond her job description to save him from a murder charge. Key Characters & Performances
Webb essentially reprises his sophisticated, villainous persona from Laura , playing an art-obsessed elitist.
Despite being an "A-picture" with a $1.2 million production cost, it was not a commercial success at the time, grossing approximately $1 million.
The story follows (Mark Stevens), a private investigator who has recently moved to New York after serving time for a crime he didn't commit in San Francisco. He soon discovers he is being followed by a mysterious "White Suit" (William Bendix), leading him to suspect his former partner, Tony Jardine.
A vulnerable and somewhat cynical hero typical of the noir genre. Reception and Legacy
Today, it is regarded as a "Grade A" example of film noir. It currently holds a 100% "Fresh" rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes .
Galt becomes entangled in a complex frame-up involving (Clifton Webb), a wealthy, effete art gallery owner. Helping him navigate this "dark corner" is his loyal and resourceful secretary, Kathleen Stewart (Lucille Ball), who eventually goes beyond her job description to save him from a murder charge. Key Characters & Performances
Webb essentially reprises his sophisticated, villainous persona from Laura , playing an art-obsessed elitist.