The Woman in Question
The Woman in Question

The Woman in Question

1950Movie88 minEnglish

Agnes "Astra" Huston, a fortune teller at a run-down fair, is found strangled in her bedroom. As the police question five suspects, their interactions with her are shown in flashbacks from their point of view.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Anthony AsquithGenres: Mystery, Film Noir, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman's body is found in a bomb-damaged London flat, and the police, led by Inspector Mike sub, are tasked with uncovering the truth. The investigation delves into the victim's life, revealing a complex web of relationships and secrets among her acquaintances. As suspects are interviewed, conflicting accounts emerge, making it difficult to discern fact from fiction.

Critical Reception

The Woman in Question received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and intricate plot. While some found the narrative slightly convoluted, the performances, particularly from the lead cast, were generally commended for bringing depth to the characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and noir elements.
  • The complex plot and shifting perspectives were noted as both a strength and a weakness.
  • Performances were generally well-received, adding credibility to the mystery.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability of specific Google user ratings for this older film. However, general sentiment suggests appreciation for its classic mystery structure and British film noir style.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Answering Door' by Royston Morley.

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Rhetorical question but how is it possible to murder a fortune teller? Surely she should have anticipated the crime and had the constabulary ready and waiting? Well apparently not as "Madame Astra" (Jean Kent) is found slain. It falls to po...