The House Across the Lake (1954)
Hypnotic...Fascinating...a lure to all who crossed her path!
Sensuous and desirable, Carol Forrest has always attracted the attention of men. Expert in the art of manipulation and control she married an older man, loving only his vast wealth and continued to amuse herself with indiscreet affairs. But when neighbour Mark Kendrick lets slip that her husband intends cutting her out of his will Carol concentrates all her attentions on the unsuspecting Kendrick, obtaining his help to dispose of this irritating obstacle.
Cast
- Alex Nicol - Mark Kendrick
- Hillary Brooke - Carol Forrest
- Sidney James - Beverly Forrest (as Sidney James)
- Susan Stephen - Andrea Forrest
- Paul Carpenter - Vincent Gordon
- Alan Wheatley - Inspector MacLennan
- Peter Illing - Harry Stevens
- Gordon McLeod - Doctor Emery
- Joan Hickson - Mrs. Hardcastle
- John Sharp - Mr. Hardcastle
Screenplay
- Ken Hughes (Screenplay)
- Ken Hughes (Novel)
Themes
Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, An Unfaithful Wife and Shattered Homes, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Secret Affairs and Deception
Keywords
infidelity, lake, boat, house, film noir
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The House Across the Lake about?
- Sensuous and desirable, Carol Forrest has always attracted the attention of men. Expert in the art of manipulation and control she married an older man, loving only his vast wealth and continued to amuse herself with indiscreet affairs. But when neighbour Mark Kendrick lets slip that her husband intends cutting her out of his will Carol concentrates all her attentions on the unsuspecting Kendrick, obtaining his help to dispose of this irritating obstacle.
- Who directed The House Across the Lake?
- The House Across the Lake was directed by Ken Hughes.
- Who stars in The House Across the Lake?
- The House Across the Lake stars Alex Nicol, Hillary Brooke, Sidney James, Susan Stephen, Paul Carpenter, Alan Wheatley.
- How long is The House Across the Lake?
- The House Across the Lake has a runtime of 1h 8m (68 minutes).
- What genre is The House Across the Lake?
- The House Across the Lake is a Drama, Thriller film.
- Where was The House Across the Lake produced?
- The House Across the Lake was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of The House Across the Lake?
- The themes of The House Across the Lake include: Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, An Unfaithful Wife and Shattered Homes, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution, Secret Affairs and Deception.