In a Lonely Place
A violent screenwriter and a female neighbor fall in love after she clears him of murder, but she begins to have second thoughts.
Critics Sentiment
Dix and Laurel fall in love while working together
Laurel accepts Dix's marriage proposal out of fear
The film plunges from its romantic peak when Dix and Laurel fall in love to the disturbing roadside assault that shatters their relationship.
Critics consistently praised this as one of Bogart's most complex and rewarding performances, with the film building from a strong noir setup through a passionate romance before descending into psychological darkness. While some found Dix's character increasingly alienating, most reviewers celebrated the sophisticated script, powerful performances, and emotionally devastating conclusion. The film is widely regarded as an underappreciated masterpiece that successfully blends murder mystery with psychological character study.
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Humphrey Bogart
Dixon Steele
Gloria Grahame
Laurel Gray
Frank Lovejoy
Brub Nicolai
Carl Benton Reid
Capt. Lochner
Art Smith
Mel Lippman
Jeff Donnell
Sylvia Nicolai
Martha Stewart
Mildred Atkinson
Robert Warwick
Charlie Waterman
Morris Ankrum
Lloyd Barnes
William Ching
Ted Barton
Steven Geray
Paul
Hadda Brooks
Singer
Alix Talton
Frances Randolph (uncredited)
James Arness
Young Detective (uncredited)
Pat Barton
Second Hat Check Girl (uncredited)
Guy Beach
Mr. Swan (uncredited)
David Bond
Dr. Richards (uncredited)
Hazel Boyne
Woman (uncredited)
Laura K. Brooks
Lady Wanting Matches (uncredited)
Charles Cane
Angry Husband in Convertible (uncredited)
Crew
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