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Letter from an Unknown Woman (1948)

"This is the love every woman lives for…the love every man would die for!"

7.819481h 27mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Max Ophüls

Rating

7.8/10

Runtime

1h 27m

Language

EN

Release

April 28, 1948

Director

Max Ophüls

Official Trailer

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Overview

A pianist about to flee from a duel receives a letter from a woman he cannot remember. As she tells the story of her lifelong love for him, he is forced to reinterpret his own past.

Cast

Joan Fontaine

Joan Fontaine

Lisa Berndle

Louis Jourdan

Louis Jourdan

Stefan Brand

Mady Christians

Mady Christians

Frau Berndle

Marcel Journet

Marcel Journet

Johann Stauffer

Art Smith

Art Smith

John

Carol Yorke

Carol Yorke

Marie

Howard Freeman

Howard Freeman

Herr Kastner

John Good

John Good

Lt. Leopold von Kaltnegger

Leo B. Pessin

Leo B. Pessin

Stefan Jr.

Erskine Sanford

Erskine Sanford

Porter

Otto Waldis

Otto Waldis

Concierge

Sonja Bryden

Sonja Bryden

Frau Spitzer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Letter from an Unknown Woman (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A pianist about to flee from a duel receives a letter from a woman he cannot remember. As she tells the story of her lifelong love for him, he is forced to reinterpret his own past.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Letter from an Unknown Woman. 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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