description Indiscreet Overview
Indiscreet is a 1958 romantic comedy starring Ingrid Bergman and Cary Grant. Directed by Stanley Donen, the film showcases the classic comedic chemistry between these Hollywood icons in a United Kingdom setting. It’s notable for its sophisticated storytelling and elegant production design, appealing to audiences who enjoy period romances and established stars.
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info Indiscreet Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1958 |
help Indiscreet FAQ
What lie does Cary Grant's character tell in Indiscreet?
Diplomat Philip Adams tells actress Anna Kalman that he is married and cannot obtain a divorce. He is actually single and uses the story to avoid making a conventional commitment.
How does Anna discover Philip's deception?
Anna learns the truth through her brother-in-law, Alfred, who works with Philip. She then stages a romantic deception of her own to punish Philip and test his jealousy.
Why is the split-screen bedroom scene in Indiscreet famous?
Ingrid Bergman and Cary Grant appear in separate beds while talking by telephone, with the split screen making them seem almost side by side. The device playfully worked around the screen conventions of 1958.
Is Indiscreet based on a play?
Yes. Norman Krasna adapted the screenplay from his play Kind Sir. Stanley Donen directed the film, reuniting Bergman and Grant after their earlier pairing in Alfred Hitchcock's Notorious.
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