Dangerous Crossing
Dangerous Crossing

Dangerous Crossing

1953Movie75 minEnglish

A honeymoon aboard an ocean liner is cut short when the bride finds herself suddenly alone, and unable to convince anyone of her husband’s existence.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Joseph M. NewmanGenres: Mystery, Film Noir, Thriller

Plot Summary

Newlywed John Abbott is distraught when his wife, Emma, disappears during their honeymoon cruise. He desperately searches for her, but the ship's captain and crew are skeptical, suggesting she may have never existed. As John delves deeper, he uncovers unsettling truths about Emma's past and faces increasing danger as he tries to piece together the mystery of her vanishing.

Critical Reception

Dangerous Crossing received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, appreciated for its suspenseful atmosphere and noir elements, though some critics found its plot somewhat predictable. It is generally regarded as a competent example of the thriller genre of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense and suspenseful atmosphere.
  • Appreciated for its noir styling and mystery elements.
  • Some noted the plot could be somewhat conventional for the genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dangerous Crossing are not widely available to provide a specific summary.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in black and white, a common practice for film noir, which enhances its atmospheric and shadowy aesthetic.

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CinemaSerf

I though this had a little of "The Lady Vanishes" (1938) to it as we follow the adventures of "Ruth" (Jeanne Crain) aboard a cruise liner. She embarked with her new husband "John" but he's gone missing. Not just missing, but there's not a t...