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Still from Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte — Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) — Robert AldrichPhotographed by Joseph F. Biroc

Poster for Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte

Robert Aldrich

Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte

English / 1964 / 2h 13m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Mystery Thriller Horror

Letterboxd: 3.72/5·15.7K ratings·3.3K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

An aging, reclusive Southern belle plagued by a horrifying family secret descends into madness after the arrival of a lost relative.

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Position 42

Credits

Crew

DirectorRobert Aldrich

WriterHenry Farrell, Lukas Heller

CinematographerJoseph F. Biroc

ComposerFrank De Vol

EditorMichael Luciano

Producer

Cast

Bette Davisas Charlotte Hollis

Olivia de Havillandas Miriam Deering

Joseph Cottenas Drew Bayliss

Agnes Mooreheadas Velma Cruther

Cecil Kellawayas Harry Willis

Victor Buonoas Big Sam Hollis

Mary Astoras Jewel Mayhew

Wesley Addyas Sheriff Standish

William Campbellas Paul Marchand

Bruce Dernas John Mayhew

Frank Fergusonas Newspaper Editor

George Kennedyas Foreman

Dave Willockas Taxi Driver

John Megnaas New Boy

Percy Heltonas Funeral Director

Kelly Flynnas Boy #2

Michel Petitas Gang Leader

Alida Aldrichas Young Girl

Kelly Aldrichas Boy #3

William Aldrichas Boy Dancer

Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) | Criteria