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Scarlet Street (1945)

"The things she does to men can end only one way - in murder!"

7.619451h 43mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by Fritz Lang

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 43m

Language

EN

Release

December 25, 1945

Director

Fritz Lang

Overview

Cashier and part-time starving artist Christopher Cross is absolutely smitten with the beautiful Kitty March. Kitty plays along, but she's really only interested in Johnny, a two-bit crook. When Kitty and Johnny find out that art dealers are interested in Chris's work, they con him into letting Kitt...

Cast

Edward G. Robinson

Edward G. Robinson

Christopher Cross

Joan Bennett

Joan Bennett

Katherine 'Kitty' March

Dan Duryea

Dan Duryea

Johnny Prince

Margaret Lindsay

Margaret Lindsay

Millie Ray

Jess Barker

Jess Barker

David Janeway

Rosalind Ivan

Rosalind Ivan

Adele Cross

Charles Kemper

Charles Kemper

Homer Higgins

Anita Sharp-Bolster

Anita Sharp-Bolster

Laura Michaels

Samuel S. Hinds

Samuel S. Hinds

Charles Pringle

Vladimir Sokoloff

Vladimir Sokoloff

Pop LeJon

Arthur Loft

Arthur Loft

Dellarowe

Russell Hicks

Russell Hicks

J.J. Hogarth

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Scarlet Street (1945), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Cashier and part-time starving artist Christopher Cross is absolutely smitten with the beautiful Kitty March. Kitty plays along, but she's really only interested in Johnny, a two-bit crook. When Kitty and Johnny find out that art dealers are interested in Chris's work, they con him into letting Kitty take credit for the paintings. Cross allows it because he is in love with Kitty, but his love will only let her get away with so much.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Scarlet Street. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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