![]() Although released during 1944, this black and white movie should not be considered film noir. The movie briskly moves as it delves into the characters. So is the next moment when Laura, played by Gene Tierney, walks back into the apartment with that hat framing her face. It’s a sexually charged scene enhanced by Andrews taking off his jacket. It is unforgettable when McPherson, played by Dana Andrews, falls in love with Laura while gazing at her portrait. As he discovers what made this woman so charismatic, he begins to fall in love with her.Īnd then the real Laura walks in the door. McPherson learns who Laura was through her letters, diary and inner circle. Those closest to her are also the main suspects: newspaper columnist and her mentor Waldo Lydecker her gigolo fiancé and her wealthy socialite aunt who also has been having an affair with Laura’s fiancé. With love comes jealous and even hate as New York City police detective Mark McPherson discovers. ![]() Laura Hunt was a successful advertising executive, much loved by the people in her life. ![]() It earned several Academy Award nominations.įor those five people out there not familiar with this movie, the Laura of the title has been killed just inside the door to her apartment before the story begins. Laura is one of the most perfect movies ever made.Ī mystery over a murder, unrequited love and a twist at the end come together in this 1944 film, directed by Otto Preminger. ![]()
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