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This masterful adaptation of Jerome Weidman's novel stars Edward G. Robinson (arguably his best performance) as an Italian immigrant turned successful and wealthy banker. His hard-nosed attitude alienates three of his sons (portrayed by Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Paul Valentine and the always superb Luther Adler).
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House of Strangers: Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz. With Edward G. Robinson, Susan Hayward, Richard Conte, Luther Adler. After years in prison, Max promises revenge on his brothers for their betrayal. His lover Irene and memories of his past yield him a broader perspective.
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- Crime, Drama, Film-Noir
- Joseph L. Mankiewicz
- 1949-07-01
House of Strangers is a 1949 American black-and-white drama film directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz and starring Edward G. Robinson, Susan Hayward, and Richard Conte.
Articles & Reviews. Notes. Brief Synopsis. After years in prison, Max promises revenge on his brothers for their betrayal. His lover Irene and memories of his past yield him a broader perspective. Cast & Crew. Read More. Joseph L. Mankiewicz. Director. Edward G. Robinson. Gino Monetti. Susan Hayward. Irene Bennett. Richard Conte. Max Monetti.
Recent reviews. Gino Monetti is a ruthless Italian-American banker who is engaged in a number of criminal activities. Three of his four grown sons refuse to help their father stay out of prison after he's arrested for his questionable business practices.
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- 20th Century Fox
- Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Sep 10, 2012 · The story of a patriarchal Italian-American banker and the internecine strife created by his attempts to dominate his four sons (remade as the Western Broken Lance). Much darker than most ...
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This surprising dysfunctional family noir from Joseph L. Mankiewicz foreshadows "The Godfather" in many ways. Edward G. Robinson is an Italian immigrant who has risen through the ranks of the lower East Side where Gino's Bank is financial refuge to those with no collateral.