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Movie poster: House of Strangers (1949)
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House of Strangers

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1949 · 101 min Drama Crime Thriller
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

Ruthless Italian-American banker Gino Monetti is engaged in a number of criminal activities. Three of his four grown sons refuse to help their father stay out of prison after he's arrested for his questionable business practices. Three of them take over the business but kick their father out. Max, a lawyer, is the only son that remains loyal.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1949
Country United States of America
Genre Drama, Crime, Thriller
Director Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Runtime 101 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (84 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Joseph L. Mankiewicz

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

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