Deception
Cellist Karel Novak (Paul Henreid) was presumed to be killed during the war; so his sudden return surprises everyone, especially his lover Christine Radcliffe (Bette Davis). She is overjoyed that he is alive, but their reunion is uneasy, as he suspects that she found someone else in his absence. Still, they quickly marry in an attempt to rebuild their lives. At their wedding the jealous behavior of Composer Alexander Hollenius (Claude Rains) leads Karel to suspect that he may be the other man.
Year: 1946
Genre: Classic Drama
Country: USA
Director: Irving Rapper
Starring: Bette Davis, Claude Rains, Paul Henreid
Duration: 115 Minutes
Rating: PG - Low level violence
7.3/10
Location in store: Classic Drama
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