The script of this film is excellent, with some delightful, ironic lines. With literate dialogue, the action is well-paced, a necessity for the tension that builds up after Joan Crawford discovers that her husband (Jack Palance) is up to murder-hers. Crawford is excellent in her portrayal of the terrified woman, although is seems a little melodramatic at times. The supporting cast is quite adequate.
However, believability is stretched in a few places, specifically the age difference between Crawford and Palance. From Crawford's pure terror of one night to a resolved woman the next morning is a little difficult to swallow. The transition is too quick.
I would rather the film had done more to create mood. It depends on effect , thus diminishing some of the possible depth.
However, believability is stretched in a few places, specifically the age difference between Crawford and Palance. From Crawford's pure terror of one night to a resolved woman the next morning is a little difficult to swallow. The transition is too quick.
I would rather the film had done more to create mood. It depends on effect , thus diminishing some of the possible depth.