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Thunder Below (1932)

"Tempestuous Love in the Tropics!"

0.019321h 6mEN
Drama

Directed by Richard Wallace

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

1h 6m

Language

EN

Release

June 17, 1932

Director

Richard Wallace

Overview

Story of an unhappy wife of oil rigger who labors in a Central American oil field. The bored Susan falls in love with Walt's good friend Ken but keeps her husband in the dark about her feelings... until he's plunged into darkness for real when he loses his eyesight. Susan finds her attentions then w...

Cast

Tallulah Bankhead

Tallulah Bankhead

Susan

Charles Bickford

Charles Bickford

Walt

Paul Lukas

Paul Lukas

Ken

Eugene Pallette

Eugene Pallette

Bill Horner

Ralph Forbes

Ralph Forbes

Davis

Leslie Fenton

Leslie Fenton

Webb

James Finlayson

James Finlayson

Scotty

Carlos Salazar

Carlos Salazar

Chato

Enrique Acosta

Enrique Acosta

Pacheo

Pedro Regas

Pedro Regas

Messenger

Mona Rico

Mona Rico

Pajarita

Gabry Rivas

Gabry Rivas

Delapeña

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Thunder Below (1932), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Story of an unhappy wife of oil rigger who labors in a Central American oil field. The bored Susan falls in love with Walt's good friend Ken but keeps her husband in the dark about her feelings... until he's plunged into darkness for real when he loses his eyesight. Susan finds her attentions then wandering yet another man, Davis, and Ken urges her to return to Walt.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Thunder Below. 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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