The Lady in Question
The Lady in Question

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The Lady in Question

1940
Movie
80 min
English

When a jury member takes in the defendant he couldn't convict, she has a bad influence on his son.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Charles VidorGenres: Mystery, Crime, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A renowned sculptor is accused of murdering a young woman whose body was found in his studio. As the evidence mounts against him, his defense attorney, a former lover, works tirelessly to uncover the truth. She must navigate a web of deceit and conflicting testimonies to prove his innocence before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Lady in Question' received a mixed reception from critics, who often found its plot convoluted despite the star power of Rita Hayworth. While some praised the atmospheric direction and Hayworth's performance, others were critical of the film's pacing and the predictability of its mystery elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric noir elements and Rita Hayworth's early starring role.

  • Criticized for a confusing and somewhat predictable mystery plot.

  • Seen as a decent, albeit not groundbreaking, entry into the crime thriller genre of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'The Lady in Question' is not widely available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Rita Hayworth's earliest leading roles, helping to establish her as a rising star at Columbia Pictures before her more iconic roles in the 1940s.

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CinemaSerf

Brian Aherne is quite good in this comedy drama. He is an enthusiastic juror who having convinced his colleagues to acquit "Natalie" (Rita Hayworth) of a charge of murder after she attempted to extort money from her beau, offers her a job i...