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The House Across the Lake (1954)

Movie ★ 5.5 68 min

Drama Thriller

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.

Ken Hughes Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 16, 1954
Runtime
68 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0047067
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Themes

Cast

Alex Nicol Alex Nicol Mark Kendrick Hillary Brooke Hillary Brooke Carol Forrest Sidney James Sidney James Beverly Forrest (as Sidney James) Susan Stephen Susan Stephen Andrea Forrest Paul Carpenter Paul Carpenter Vincent Gordon Alan Wheatley Alan Wheatley Inspector MacLennan Peter Illing Peter Illing Harry Stevens Gordon McLeod Gordon McLeod Doctor Emery Joan Hickson Joan Hickson Mrs. Hardcastle John Sharp Mr. Hardcastle Hugh Dempster Frank Monti DeLyle Head Waiter Howard Lang Inspector Edgar (uncredited)

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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.
When was The House Across the Lake released?
The House Across the Lake is a 1954 drama, thriller film.
Where can I watch The House Across the Lake?
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