The Woman Who Came from the Sea
Danae, a woman who came from the sea is a beautiful blonde girl at the center of a spy story during the second world war. In Gibraltar, Italian and British divers perform mutual sabotage actions. The secret agents, on the other hand, face off on the mainland and the Italian spies have the best thanks to the girl's intervention.
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Plot Summary
A manipulative woman, desperate for money, engineers a plan to inherit her wealthy, ailing husband's fortune. She enlists the help of a former lover to make it appear as though her husband drowned during a storm at sea. However, when the husband's body is not recovered, her scheme becomes increasingly complex and dangerous.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. While Lizabeth Scott's performance was sometimes noted, the overall film was considered a lesser entry in the film noir genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Often criticized for its weak and implausible plot.
- Lizabeth Scott's performance as a femme fatale was a common point of discussion, though not always praised.
- The film noir elements were present but not executed with the usual tension or style.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Girl from the Sea' before being changed to 'The Woman Who Came from the Sea'.
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