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The Blue Dahlia (1946) | Criteria

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The Blue Dahlia

English • 1946 • 1h 39m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

George Marshall

Synopsis

Soon after a veteran returns from war, his cheating wife is found dead. He evades police in an attempt to find the real murderer.

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Starring Veronica Lake
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May 2021
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After the War
Position 1

Credits

Crew

DirectorGeorge Marshall

WriterRaymond Chandler

CinematographerLionel Lindon

ComposerVictor Young

EditorArthur P. Schmidt

ProducerJohn Houseman

Cast

Alan Laddas Johnny Morrison

Veronica Lakeas Joyce Harwood

William Bendixas Buzz Wanchek

Howard Da Silva

as Eddie Harwood

Doris Dowlingas Helen Morrison

Tom Powersas Capt. Hendrickson

Hugh Beaumontas George Copeland

Howard Freemanas Corelli

Don Costelloas Leo

Will Wrightas "Dad" Newell

Frank Faylenas Man Recommending Motel

Walter Sandeas Heath

Bea Allenas News Clerk (uncredited)

Harry Barrisas Belhop (uncredited)

George Bartonas Cab Driver (uncredited)

Mary Baylessas Bar Patron (uncredited)

Edward Bibyas Restaurant Patron (uncredited)

Nina Borgetas Waitress (uncredited)

Paul Bradleyas Nightclub Patron (uncredited)

George Bruggemanas Restaurant Patron (uncredited)