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A blonde night club dancer is being stalked. Will anyone believe her?
A sultry nightclub singer, the object of a famous bandleader's obsession, finds herself implicated in a series of murders. As the police close in, she must prove her innocence while dealing with a mentally unstable ex-lover. The investigation uncovers a dangerous web of jealousy, manipulation, and a desperate struggle for survival.
Screaming Mimi is a stylish and atmospheric film noir that benefits from a strong performance by Anita Ekberg. While some critics found the plot convoluted, many praised its suspenseful direction and dark, moody tone, making it a cult favorite among genre enthusiasts.
Anita Ekberg delivers a compelling performance as a troubled nightclub singer.
The film is lauded for its dark, noir atmosphere and suspenseful direction.
Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable or confusing.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment points to appreciation for its noir elements and Ekberg's presence, though some found the narrative less engaging than other films of its genre.
The film was based on the novel 'The Screaming Mimi' by Fredric Brown, a prolific crime fiction writer.
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"Screaming Mimi" is a cheesy, exploitation B-movie that in spite of itself still manages to be better than it has any right to be. Yes, that is intended as faint praise. It's mostly silly, desperately tries to be late entry Film Noir, and...
Miss Sweden and Scooby Doo. Screaming Mimi is directed by Gerd Oswald and adapted to screenplay by Robert Bless from the novel written by Fredric Brown. It stars Anita Ekberg, Phillip Carey, Gypsy Rose Lee and Harry Townes. Music is by M...