Coral Necklace
Coral Necklace

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Coral Necklace

1952
Movie
74 min
Portuguese

A young doctor from a prestigious biomedical research center must deal with his rival's attempts to bring him down.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Edward DmytrykGenres: Film-Noir, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A former actress, seemingly happily married, finds her life unraveling when a detective begins investigating a murder that implicates her. As the detective probes deeper into her past and present relationships, hidden secrets and past indiscretions come to light, threatening to destroy her carefully constructed life and expose her to a dark truth. The investigation forces her to confront uncomfortable realities and question the loyalty of those around her.

Critical Reception

Reviews for 'Coral Necklace' were mixed upon release, with some critics praising Joan Crawford's performance and the film's atmospheric noir elements. However, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Over time, it has garnered a cult following among film noir enthusiasts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Joan Crawford's compelling performance in a classic noir role.

  • Acknowledged for its effective use of shadow and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Criticized by some for a confusing or overly complex storyline.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Big Frame' before being changed to 'Coral Necklace' and was one of Joan Crawford's last films for RKO Pictures.

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