Review of The Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946) by Scott R — 23 Oct 2016

A twisted political romantic drama. Well made to boot!

This review of The Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946) was written by Scott R on 23 Oct 2016.

The Strange Love of Martha Ivers has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ken S (1,985) on 03 Mar 2008

This movie has possibly the most mela-dramatic music ever. Acting is solid all round, and the direction is great…

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By Anna S (420) on 12 Nov 2008

1946 Film Noir... a rarity for me to watch one of these, but I can say I was not bored. Solid and gripping…

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By Matt T (586) on 03 May 2010

Do not let the talented assemble of actors fool you. This is a dull, slow moving noir melodrama…

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By Orlok W (1,270) on 29 Sep 2012

Did the same part of the score play for the entire movie…

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By Ogn D (31) on 12 Sep 2017

The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is an amazing film. It is about a ruthless, domineering woman who is a married to an alcoholic D.A…

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By Kristine U (44) on 01 Oct 2010

Not Barbara Stanwyck's most engaging performance, Lizabeth Scott steals the show…

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By Allan C (2,173) on 23 Feb 2013

Not every old movie is golden. Despite an intriguing set-up with delicious melodrama to spare, this non-classic becomes a lugubrious, diffuse bore…

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By David J (1,942) on 12 Nov 2008

1946 Film Noir... a rarity for me to watch one of these, but I can say I was not bored. Solid and gripping…

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By Deadly V (456) on 19 Dec 2012

Very dark film noir that tends 2 get away with more than it seems 2b getting away with…

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By William K (391) on 30 Dec 2018

High-pitched melodrama with Noir elements takes its intricate plot to its bitter ending; the star cast make it work…

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