Review of Sudden Fear (1952) by Steve W — 17 Sep 2015

A classic film noir Joan Crawford and Jack Palance awesome also fantastic noir lighting and mainly filmed in San Francisco a must see movie.

This review of Sudden Fear (1952) was written by Steve W on 17 Sep 2015.

Sudden Fear has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Althea D (7) on 24 Oct 2007

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By Lars M (34) on 06 Mar 2007

A dynomite film noir thriller...and joan once again is outstanding as a woman whos comes to learn her new hubby is out to kill her…

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By Ken S (1,985) on 11 Nov 2007

Joan Crawford's best performance. Truly fun movie and Jack Palance keeps up with her. It's great fun…

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By Andrey B (847) on 12 Mar 2017

Bravo! Outstanding! Modern thrillers should learn from this absolutely perfect noir\thriller…

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By Michael H (3,299) on 03 Sep 2007

Great film that needs a good DVD transfer…

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By Arnie L (34) on 24 Feb 2008

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