In a Lonely Place (1950) movie poster

In a Lonely Place (1950)

"The Bogart suspense picture with the surprise finish!"
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๐Ÿ‘ 88%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 96% (RT: 96%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.6/10 (654 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Cast
Humphrey Bogart as Dixon Steele
Gloria Grahame as Laurel Gray
Frank Lovejoy as Brub Nicolai
Carl Benton Reid as Capt. Lochner
Art Smith as Mel Lippman
Jeff Donnell as Sylvia Nicolai
Martha Stewart as Mildred Atkinson
Robert Warwick as Charlie Waterman
Yes. 88% of real audiences liked it based on 654 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 96%.
Overview
A violent screenwriter and a female neighbor fall in love after she clears him of murder, but she begins to have second thoughts. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Humphrey Bogart spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated thriller films of 1950 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of In a Lonely Place was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

In a Lonely Place is a 1950 thriller, drama, romance film directed by Nicholas Ray. A violent screenwriter and a female neighbor fall in love after she clears him of murder, but she begins to have second thoughts. The film has been rated by 654 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a thriller film, In a Lonely Place delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. In a Lonely Place (1950) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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