1952 • Joan Crawford, Jack Palance, Gloria Grahame
• Introduced by Author/Historian Foster Hirsch •
In this under-appreciated noir thriller, Joan Crawford delivers a powerhouse performance as a wealthy playwright who discovers her husband’s deadly intentions. Jack Palance oozes menace in an Oscar-nominated role, while Gloria Grahame adds another layer of intrigue. Suspenseful, stylish, and packed with twists, Sudden Fear is a masterclass in tension, culminating in a heart-pounding climax that keeps audiences on edge.