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The Woman on the Beach (1947) | Criteria

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The Woman on the Beach

English • 1947 • 1h 11m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

A sailor suffering from post-traumatic stress becomes involved with a beautiful and enigmatic seductress married to a blind painter.

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Starring Joan Bennett
Position 8
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January 2023
Position 67

Credits

Crew

DirectorJean Renoir

WriterJean Renoir, Frank Davis

CinematographerLeo Tover, Harry J. Wild

ComposerHanns Eisler

EditorRoland Gross, Lyle Boyer

Cast

Joan Bennettas Peggy Butler

Robert Ryanas Scott Burnett

Charles Bickfordas Tod Butler

as Eve Geddes

Walter Sandeas Otto Wernecke

Irene Ryanas Mrs. Mary Wernecke

Glen Vernonas Kirk

Frank Darienas Lars

Jay Norrisas Jimmy

Kay Christopheras Girl at Party (uncredited)

Jackie Jacksonas Johnnie (uncredited)

Bonnie Blairas Girl at Party (uncredited)

Robert Andersenas Coast Guardsman (uncredited)

Carl Armstrongas Lenny (uncredited)

Hugh Chapmanas Young Fisherman (uncredited)

Maria Doddas Nurse Jennings (uncredited)

Carol Donellas Girl at Party (uncredited)

John Elliottas Old Workman (uncredited)

Carl Faulkneras Old Fisherman (uncredited)

Donald Gordonas Donnie (uncredited)