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Canadian World War II veteran John Graham works in London as a code breaker. Tragedy strikes when his pregnant wife, Carol, is accidentally run over by two crooks who are speeding away from the scene of a murder. Haunted, grieving, and thirsting for revenge, Graham sets out to find the two fugitive murderers.
A young woman is on trial for murder, accused of killing her older husband. As the trial progresses, flashbacks reveal the complex and often strained relationship between the couple, highlighting themes of social class, infidelity, and the pressures faced by women in the post-war era. The defense attempts to paint a picture of a volatile marriage, leading to a dramatic confrontation and a surprising verdict.
Cloudburst was a modest success, generally praised for its strong performances, particularly from its lead actress, and its suspenseful narrative that delves into the complexities of a troubled marriage. While not a massive blockbuster, it found an appreciative audience and is often cited as a solid example of British noir.
Praised for its compelling performances, especially from Sally Gray.
Applauded for its suspenseful plot and exploration of marital discord.
Recognized as a well-crafted example of British film noir.
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The film was based on a 1949 novel of the same name byERICAN author Leon Ware, who also wrote the screenplay.
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My hatred would overwhelm me like a cloudburst. Cloudburst is written and directed by Francis Searle and adapted from the novel by Leo Marks. It stars Robert Preston, Elizabeth Sellars, Colin Tapley, Sheila Burrell, Harold Lang, Mary Ger...