Tainted
Louberger, director of an orphanage, is full of praise for a former boarder, Mr. Sauval, who has become their benefactor. One night he arrives and he does not seem to be exactly the man described by Louberger. He has in fact become a crooked lawyer and he is wanted for a crime he has just committed. Despite his efforts he will not escape the police but he will manage to remain, in the eyes of the children, at the height of his legend.
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Plot Summary
A young English woman travels to America after World War II to work as a governess for a wealthy industrialist's son. She soon discovers that the family harbors dark secrets and that her employer's past is more sinister than it appears. She finds herself drawn into a dangerous web of deceit, where loyalty and survival become paramount.
Critical Reception
Tainted received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its atmospheric tension and Phyllis Calvert's performance, while others found its plot predictable and overly melodramatic. It is considered a relatively obscure entry in the film noir genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its moody atmosphere and suspenseful elements.
- Critiqued for a somewhat convoluted plot and melodramatic tone.
- Phyllis Calvert's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the play "The Day Will Dawn" by Emlyn Williams, which was also adapted into a British film of the same name in 1942.
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