Cry Wolf
Cry Wolf

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Cry Wolf

1947
Movie
83 min
English

A woman uncovers deadly secrets when she visits her late husband's family.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Hettie MacdonaldGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A wealthy English widow, Isabella Demarest, inherits a large sheep ranch in Australia. She travels to the isolated property to take possession, but quickly discovers that her late husband's business partner, the suave and charming John W. Carlton, has been running things with an iron fist. Isabella finds herself attracted to Carlton, despite her growing suspicion that he may have had a hand in her husband's demise.

Critical Reception

Cry Wolf received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics praised the performances, particularly Barbara Stanwyck's, and the atmospheric direction. However, some found the plot to be predictable and lacking in genuine suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Barbara Stanwyck's compelling performance.

  • Noted for its effective suspense and atmospheric setting.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable plot.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Australia, adding to its authentic atmosphere, though the Australian setting is not explicitly identified in the film.

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talisencrw

talisencrw

I just barely liked this, and I felt I would love it, since I adore film noir, and the work of both of the leads. To me, both Errol Flynn and Barbara Stanwyck are very charismatic people--they should have had, regardless of which side they ...

John Chard

John Chard

You may not believe it - but this was once a happy house. Cry Wolf is directed by Peter Godfrey and adapted to screenplay by Catherine Turney from the novel of the same name written by Marjorie Carleton. It stars Errol Flynn, Barbara St...

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