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I Confess (1953)

Directed by Alfred Hitchcock

Film Noir | Crime | Drama

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Overview

When a priest hears a murderer’s confession, he becomes bound by his vow of silence—even as circumstantial evidence turns suspicion toward him. Torn between faith and self-preservation, he faces public scandal and trial for a crime he cannot reveal the truth about.

Rated NR | Length 95 minutes

Actors

Montgomery Clift | Anne Baxter | Karl Malden | Brian Aherne | O.E. Hasse | Roger Dann | Dolly Haas | Charles Andre | Nan Boardman | Henry Corden | Alfred Hitchcock | Ovila Légaré | Gilles Pelletier | Judson Pratt

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Viewing Notes

Great to see this in 35mm at Northbrook Library. Montgomery Clift is excellent here. The plot machinations are bit wonky but entertaining watch overall.

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