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"In every two-timing kiss you will feel…TENSION!"

Duration

1h 35m

Release

25 Nov 1949

Country

United States

Language

English

Overview

Warren Quimby manages a drugstore while trying to keep his volatile wife, Claire, happy. However, when Claire leaves him for a liquor store salesman, Warren can no longer bear it. He decides to assume a new identity in order to murder his wife's lover without leaving a trace. Along the way, his plans are complicated by an attractive neighbor, as well as a shocking discovery that opens up a new world of doubts and accusations.

Plot

A meek pharmacist creates an alternate identity under which he plans to murder the bullying liquor salesman who has become his wife's lover.

Cast

Richard BasehartAudrey TotterCyd Charisse

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 7.3/10

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Director

John Berry

Writers

Allen RivkinJohn D. KlorerJohn Berry

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