Plots(1)

Ellen panics as her perfect marriage unravels and Harland's work and invalid brother demand more and more of his attention. Her husband becomes unnerved by her compulsive and jealous behavior. And when the people close to him are murdered, one by one, it is obvious that this dream marriage has become a full-fledged nightmare. Based on the best-selling novel by Ben Ames Williams. (official distributor synopsis)

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Awards

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Academy Awards

  • 1946 - Leon Shamroy (Best Cinematography (Color))
  • 1946 - Gene Tierney (Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role)
  • 1946 - Best Achievement in Production Design
  • 1946 - Best Sound Mixing