Blackmail Movie
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Director: Alfred Hitchcock
Actors: Anny Ondra, John Longden, Sara Allgood
PlotAlice White, a young woman in London, visits a restaurant with her boyfriend Frank Webber, who is a Scotland Yard detective. Feeling bored with the relationship, Alice decides to leave with another man, an artist named Crewe, whom she met secretly. They go to his studio, where he makes advances despite Alice's initial reluctance. When his intentions turn aggressive, Alice finds herself in a desperate situation that quickly spirals out of control.
As Alice grapples with the aftermath of a dire confrontation within the artist's studio, her life takes an astonishing turn. Frank is soon assigned to investigate the occurrence, putting Alice in a precarious position where her secret is endangered. A witness emerges, trying to exploit the event to their advantage, leading to further entanglements and unforeseen threats. As tension mounts and the grip of the blackmailer tightens, Alice must navigate the growing danger surrounding her while contending with her conscience and the ever-perceptive Frank.
Writers: Charles Bennett, Alfred Hitchcock, Benn W. Levy
Runtime: 85 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Blackmail
Blu-ray Review
Score: 62
"A heartbroken disappointment: this Blu-ray fails to meet the high standards of previous ITV-Granada releases."