The Little Foxes (film)
1941
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In his review in The New York Times, Bosley Crowther observed, "The ultimate credit for as taut and insinuating a melodrama as has come along this year — a film which extenuates tension like a grim inquisitor's rack—must be given to Mr. Wyler. His hand is patent throughout . . .
- Hal B. Wallis (Exec)
Rated: 3.5/4 Oct 5, 2019 Full Review Aurelio Pego Cine-Mundial The Letter is a movie that provides that personal satisfaction that works of art produce in our soul.
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- Bette Davis
- William Wyler
- Drama
The Letter (1940) is a classic melodramatic film noir of murder and deceit, directed by William Wyler. The screenplay by Howard Koch. Full Review | Jan 1, 2000. Rotten Tomatoes, home of the...
Review this title. 151 Reviews. Hide Spoilers. Sort by: Filter by Rating: 9/10. Bette Davis and William Wyler, a winning combination. FlickJunkie-2 9 May 2001. In `The Letter' William Wyler takes a predictable plot and turns it into a brilliant film with the help of one of the grande dames of film.
The Letter movie (1940) review summary: One of Bette Davis’ greatest showcases, William Wyler’s flawlessly acted, splendidly produced adaptation of W. Somerset Maugham’s play remains one of the artistic peaks of Hollywood’s studio era. Also in the fantastic cast: Herbert Marshall, James Stephenson, and Gale Sondergaard.
- Andre Soares
It is a feeble conclusion.But, never mind—the picture as a whole is insured against even that. It is fine melodrama, in short. Postman Wyler has rung the bell—several times.
Featured review. Remarkable drama that begins with several literal bangs; we're fascinated from that moment until the last frame of film. The wife (Bette Davis) of a rubber plantation administrator shoots a man to death and claims it was self-defense.
