Blind Corner
Paul Gregory (William Sylvester) is an accomplished composer despite his blindness, and his beautiful wife Anne (Barbara Shelley) seems to be the perfect supporting wife. But unknown to Paul, she is having a passionate affair with Ricky (Alexander Davion), a struggling artist. Keen to support her artist lover and give them more time to make love, she persuades Paul to commission Ricky to paint her portrait. But Paul senses their affection for each other, and threatens to cut Anne off without a penny. Desperate to keep both her lover and Paul s money, Anne plots the perfect murder and asks Ricky to carry it out...
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Plot Summary
A young woman's suspicious death leads her brother to investigate, uncovering a web of deceit and danger. As he delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding her demise, he finds himself entangled with a mysterious doctor and his alluring nurse. The investigation reveals a sinister plot involving insurance fraud and murder, putting the brother's own life at risk.
Critical Reception
Blind Corner was a modest thriller that garnered some attention for its suspenseful elements and performances, particularly from Tony Britton. While not a groundbreaking film, it is appreciated for its atmospheric tension and straightforward crime narrative, fitting within the typical B-movie thriller output of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and engaging plot.
- Tony Britton's lead performance is a strong point.
- A competent, if unremarkable, thriller from the mid-1960s.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel 'The Girl in the Picture' by Lionel London.
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