Barbara Stanwyck plays Leona Stevenson, a wealthy woman self exiled to her bed. She believes she is in dire health, but actually her sickness is more mental than physical. Leona's husband Henry is played by Burt Lancaster. He is vice president of a company owned by his father-in-law. He is unhappy with his job and not satisfied with his marriage. He is long over due in changing his situation.
Mrs. Stevenson, in her sick bed, over hears a suspicious conversation on a crossed connection on her telephone. Paranoia sets in and she fears she is about to be murdered. This makes for a tense time while she makes hectic phone calls trying to find her husband.
This movie will test your nerves. But it is classic film-noir. Supporting cast includes Ed Begley, Wendell Corey, William Conrad, Leif Erickson and Ann Richards. Great climax.
Mrs. Stevenson, in her sick bed, over hears a suspicious conversation on a crossed connection on her telephone. Paranoia sets in and she fears she is about to be murdered. This makes for a tense time while she makes hectic phone calls trying to find her husband.
This movie will test your nerves. But it is classic film-noir. Supporting cast includes Ed Begley, Wendell Corey, William Conrad, Leif Erickson and Ann Richards. Great climax.