Direction: Otto Preminger

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Gene Tierney · Dana Andrews · Clifton Webb · Judith Anderson

Synopsis Laura (1944) follows the gripping tale of a murder investigation centered around the enigmatic and alluring Laura Hunt (Gene Tierney), who is discovered fatally shot in her apartment. The relentless Lieutenant Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) is tasked with solving the...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast James Stewart · Lee Remick · Ben Gazzara · Arthur O'Connell

Synopsis Anatomy of a Murder (1959) follows the intricate legal battle surrounding Army Lieutenant Frederick Manion (Ben Gazzara), who stands accused of killing Barney Quill, a man he believed had sexually assaulted his wife, Laura Manion (Lee Remick). Manion's defense is...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Robert Mitchum · Jean Simmons · Mona Freeman · Herbert Marshall

Synopsis Angel Face (1952) presents a captivating tale centered around Jean Simmons' compelling portrayal of a character far from her usual roles. In this film directed by Otto Preminger, Diane Treymayne, the daughter of Charles Treymayne, who has remarried a wealthy...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Walter Pidgeon · Don Murray · Charles Laughton · Henry Fonda

Synopsis Advise & Consent (1962) delves into the political intricacies surrounding the nomination of Robert Leffingwell for the position of Secretary of State. Before his appointment can be finalized, Leffingwell must undergo a rigorous Senate investigation to assess his qualifications. At...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Dana Andrews · Gene Tierney · Gary Merrill · Bert Freed

Synopsis Where the Sidewalk Ends (1950) follows the story of a tenacious police officer, Mark Dixon, portrayed by Dan Andrews. Dixon is already under scrutiny from his superiors due to his aggressive methods when he inadvertently causes the death of a...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Frank Sinatra · Eleanor Parker · Kim Novak · Arnold Stang

Synopsis The Man With the Golden Arm (1955) follows the journey of Frankie Machine, a former heroin addict and expert card dealer. Upon his release from prison, Frankie faces significant challenges as he attempts to rebuild his life and steer clear...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Dana Andrews · Alice Faye · Linda Darnell · Charles Bickford

Synopsis Fallen Angel (1945) follows the story of Eric Stanton (Dana Andrews), who, after being ejected from a bus for lack of fare, starts visiting a diner named "Pop's Eats," where he becomes captivated by the enchanting waitress, Stella. When Stella...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Carol Lynley · Keir Dullea · Laurence Olivier · Noël Coward

Synopsis Bunny Lake is Missing (1965) follows Ann Lake, who has recently moved to England with her young daughter, Bunny. After Bunny's first day at school, Ann discovers that there is no record of her daughter being enrolled. As the police...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Joan Crawford · Dana Andrews · Henry Fonda · Ruth Warrick

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Tom Tryon · John Huston · Romy Schneider · Patrick O'Neal

Synopsis The Cardinal (1963) follows the journey of an Irish American clergyman whose unwavering dedication to social causes propels him through a complex web of ecclesiastical politics, ultimately elevating him to the prestigious position of Cardinal. Spanning multiple continents, this sweeping...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Jean Seberg · David Niven · Deborah Kerr · Geoffrey Horne

Synopsis Bonjour tristesse (1958) follows the story of Cecile, a carefree and indulgent young woman who resides with her affluent and hedonistic father, Raymond. Their tranquil life takes an unexpected turn when Anne, an old flame of Raymond's, arrives at their...

Direction Otto Preminger · Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Tallulah Bankhead · Charles Coburn · Anne Baxter · William Eythe

Synopsis A Royal Scandal (1945) explores a fabricated episode in the life of Russia's Catherine the Great, delving into a dramatic and intriguing narrative that intertwines historical figures with a captivating storyline. The film portrays a period of intrigue and political...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Paul Newman · Eva Marie Saint · Ralph Richardson · Peter Lawford

Synopsis Exodus (1960) unfolds the epic narrative of Israel's establishment in the aftermath of World War II. As the United Nations deliberates on the creation of a Jewish homeland in Palestine, the Jewish population faces uncertainty and displacement, with many confined...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Robert Mitchum · Marilyn Monroe · Rory Calhoun · Tommy Rettig

Synopsis River of No Return (1954) follows Matt Calder, a man residing on an isolated farm with his young son, Mark. Their tranquil life is disrupted when two strangers, Harry Weston and his wife Kay, lose control of their raft on...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Sidney Poitier · Dorothy Dandridge · Sammy Davis Jr. · Pearl Bailey

Synopsis Porgy and Bess (1959) unfolds in the vibrant yet challenging setting of a 1912 South Carolina fishing village, where the lives of the African American residents are intricately woven together. The story centers around Bess, a woman burdened by a...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Jeanne Crain · Madeleine Carroll · George Sanders · Richard Greene

Synopsis The Fan (1949) revolves around the seemingly ideal marriage of Lord Windermere and his young wife, Margaret. Their blissful union is jeopardized when Lord Windermere begins spending his afternoons with Mrs. Erlynne, a notorious adventuress navigating London's elite circles. The...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast John Wayne · Kirk Douglas · Patricia Neal · Tom Tryon

Synopsis In Harm's Way (1965) presents a sweeping narrative of the infamous Pearl Harbor bombing, offering a vivid portrayal of the surprise assault on the naval base and the intense, dramatic events that unfolded behind the scenes. The film follows a...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Gene Tierney · Richard Conte · José Ferrer · Charles Bickford

Synopsis Whirlpool (1949) follows the story of a woman who is covertly grappling with kleptomania. In an attempt to overcome her compulsive stealing, she undergoes hypnosis. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she is discovered at a crime scene...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Linda Darnell · Cornel Wilde · Richard Greene · George Sanders

Synopsis Forever Amber (1947) follows the ambitious journey of Amber St. Clair, a woman determined to rise above her humble beginnings. With her charm and wit as her primary assets, she navigates a complex web of relationships, including marriages, romantic entanglements,...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Michael Caine · Jane Fonda · Faye Dunaway · John Phillip Law

Synopsis Hurry Sundown (1967) unfolds in the post-World War II American South, where an African American and a white farmer join forces to implement an irrigation system for their lands, aiming to break free from the cycle of poverty that has...