description The Letter Overview
The Letter is a 1940 film noir melodrama directed by William Wyler and starring Bette Davis and Herbert Marshall. Based on W. Somerset Maugham’s 1927 play, which itself was previously adapted to the screen in 1929, the story explores themes of infidelity and deception. The screenplay was written by Howard E.
Koch.
info The Letter Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1940 |
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What is The Letter?
The Letter is a 1940 film noir melodrama directed by William Wyler and starring Bette Davis and Herbert Marshall. Based on W. Somerset Maugham’s 1927 play, which itself was previously adapted to the screen in 1929, the story explores themes of infidelity and deception. The screenplay was written by Howard E. Koch.
How good is The Letter?
The Letter scores 5.00/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Crime Movie category.
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