Corner(1946) | The Dark

For further viewing, you might enjoy similar noir titles like Laura (1944) or Lucille Ball's other noir outing, Lured (1947). The Dark Corner (April 9, 1946) - OCD Viewer

Joseph MacDonald, noted for high-contrast black-and-white visuals and deep shadows. Plot Overview The Dark Corner(1946)

The story follows (Mark Stevens), a private investigator who has recently moved to New York after serving time for a crime he didn't commit in San Francisco. He soon discovers he is being followed by a mysterious "White Suit" (William Bendix), leading him to suspect his former partner, Tony Jardine. For further viewing, you might enjoy similar noir

Known as "White Suit," Bendix delivers a menacing performance as the "hoodlum heavy" stalking Galt. He soon discovers he is being followed by

Today, it is regarded as a "Grade A" example of film noir. It currently holds a 100% "Fresh" rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes .

Despite being an "A-picture" with a $1.2 million production cost, it was not a commercial success at the time, grossing approximately $1 million.

Galt becomes entangled in a complex frame-up involving (Clifton Webb), a wealthy, effete art gallery owner. Helping him navigate this "dark corner" is his loyal and resourceful secretary, Kathleen Stewart (Lucille Ball), who eventually goes beyond her job description to save him from a murder charge. Key Characters & Performances