Talk About a Stranger

A young man, desperate for money and feeling overlooked, becomes involved in a plot to defraud an insurance company. He is manipulated by an older woman who seeks to exploit his infatuation. As the scheme unfolds, the protagonist finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, facing moral dilemmas and the potential consequences of his actions.

Talk About a Stranger is a lesser-known film noir that received minimal critical attention upon its release. It is often seen as a B-movie with a serviceable plot and competent performances, though not particularly groundbreaking within the genre. Audience reception is generally limited to niche film noir enthusiasts.

• A typical example of low-budget noir with a predictable but engaging plot.
• Features solid performances from its lead actors, despite the film's limited scope.
• The film noir atmosphere is present, though not as pronounced as in more celebrated examples of the genre.

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The film was directed by David E. Durston, who would go on to direct the cult horror classic 'I Was a Teenage Tramp' (1987) much later in his career.