Harriet Craig
Harriet Craig

Harriet Craig

1950Movie90 minEnglish

A perfectionist woman's devotion to her home drives away friends and family.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Director: Vincent ShermanGenres: Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

Harriet Craig is a woman consumed by ambition and a desire for social climbing, determined to make her husband, Walter Craig, a successful businessman. Her ruthless and manipulative methods, however, begin to alienate him and strain their marriage. As Harriet's obsession grows, she pushes Walter further away, leading to tragic consequences that highlight the destructive nature of her unchecked ambition.

Critical Reception

Harriet Craig was met with mixed reviews upon its release. While Joan Crawford's performance was often praised for its intensity, the film's melodramatic plot and somewhat dated portrayal of ambition were points of contention for critics. Audience reception was also varied, with some appreciating the dramatic tension and Crawford's star power, while others found the character of Harriet too unsympathetic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Joan Crawford delivers a powerful, if over-the-top, performance as the domineering Harriet.
  • The film's narrative explores the destructive consequences of unchecked ambition and social climbing.
  • Despite its dramatic intensity, the plot can feel melodramatic and somewhat predictable.

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Fun Fact

Joan Crawford reportedly clashed with director Vincent Sherman during the production, often feeling that her character's motivations were not being portrayed as she envisioned.

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An elegant, demure, Joan Crawford is mesmerising in this compact and slightly menacing drama. She is the eponymous wife of "George" (Wendell Corey), on the face of it a happily married lady whose husband keeps her in a certain style. As we ...