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The Reckless Moment (1949)
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29 December 1949 (USA)
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After discovering the dead body of Bea Harper's lover, Bea's mother Lucia hides the body under the assumption...
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Carried along on the hem of a fleece
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(Complete credited cast) | James Mason | ... | Martin Donnelly |
 | Joan Bennett | ... | Lucia Harper |
| Geraldine Brooks | ... | Bea Harper |
| Henry O'Neill | ... | Tom Harper |
| Shepperd Strudwick | ... | Ted Darby |
| David Bair | ... | David Harper |
| Roy Roberts | ... | Nagel |
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The Blank Wall (USA) (working title)
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82 min
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1.37 : 1 more
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Mono (Western Electric Recording)
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UK:12 (re-rating) (2005) |
UK:A (original rating) |
USA:Approved (certificate #13937) |
Finland:K-16 |
Sweden:15
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Featured in Maternal Overdrive (2006) (V)
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Having first seen this gem on weekend matinee Tv many years ago, it was a welcome opportunity for a large screen viewing recently. I had most remembered the way in which Joan Bennett's coats were deployed, reflecting both the tempo and mood of each scene and this reminder did not disappoint. The billowing vents, an upturned collar and a tightly-fitted variation all work superbly as Joan Bennett steps into and out of cars, runs down steps or faces the hard-nosed characters who pepper this quiet post war non-noir caper.
But this is not all. Interaction between the characters is extremely well done, particularly as each one has some relationship with Bennett and it is easy to believe that these would continue beyond the confines of the movie. The uncredited contribution of the family's black maid/housekeeper reflects some of the hidden agenda and the doubt and frustration that temporarily threatens the happy home. Wonderfully played by Frances Williams along with James Mason's strong, although worried character Joan Bennett's coat tails were never better supported.