Saturday, March 26, 2011

Laura - 8 stars out of 10

Laura - 8 stars out of 10

"Laura" is a gem in the film noir repertoire. The screenplay gives possible guilt to every character while creating several twists that you will not believe. All of the suspects and possible solutions to the murder are like a carnival for the mind as you will continue guessing up until the final moment of the film. Gene Tierney is lovely, especially under bright interrogation lights. Clifton Webb earned his Oscar nod as the well-spoken Waldo Lydecker, particularly with his narration of an extended flashback. Dana Andrews and Vincent Price also give memorable performances as this solid core of actors draws you into the mystery, revealing whodunit, and then revealing whoREALLYdunit.

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