The Forgotten Woman
The Forgotten Woman

The Forgotten Woman

1939Movie67 minEnglish

A beautiful woman is forced to help gangsters in a robbery, and is arrested as an accessory.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: B. Reeves EasonGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman, institutionalized after a traumatic event, finds her memory returning in fragments. As she pieces together her past, she uncovers a conspiracy and a hidden identity, leading her to question who she can trust. She must escape the confines of the asylum and confront the truths about her life and the people around her.

Critical Reception

The Forgotten Woman received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics often highlighted its melodramatic elements and Vera Vague's performance, while some found the plot somewhat convoluted. Audiences generally responded to its mystery and dramatic themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful mystery and dramatic narrative.
  • Noted for the strong performances of its lead cast members.
  • Some critics found the plot development to be predictable or over-the-top.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for its classic Hollywood drama and mystery elements, often viewed as a product of its time.

Fun Fact

The film was one of several attempts to leverage the popularity of psychological thrillers and amnesia storylines prevalent in films of the late 1930s.

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