Revenge

In Spanish Morocco, a wealthy American businessman, Bob Brunel, lives with his much younger wife, Maria. When Bob falls ill, his worried doctor suggests he visit a sanatorium in Switzerland. Maria insists on accompanying him, but Bob suspects she has other plans. During their journey, Maria reveals her true intentions to seek revenge on Bob for his past mistreatment, concocting a dangerous scheme involving a mysterious former lover.

Upon its release, 'Revenge' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot melodramatic and its characters unsympathetic. While Joan Crawford's performance was noted, it wasn't enough to elevate the film for most reviewers, who found it predictable and overwrought.

• The film suffers from a convoluted and unconvincing plot.

• Joan Crawford's performance is intense but cannot salvage the weak material.

• The pacing is slow, and the melodrama is excessive.

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The film was one of Joan Crawford's final starring roles, and she was reportedly unhappy with the production and her role within it.