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Written on the Wind

Written on the Wind

1956, Movie, 1h 39min

Mitch Wayne is a geologist working for the Hadleys, an oil-rich Texas family. While the patriarch, Jasper, works hard to establish the family business, his irresponsible son, Kyle, is an alcoholic playboy, and his daughter, Marylee, is the town tramp. Mitch harbors a secret love for Kyle's unsatisfied wife, Lucy -- a fact that leaves him exposed when the jealous Marylee accuses him of murder.

Country: United States

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Chuck Hamilton,

George DeNormand

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Critic William Thomas

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Unflinching in its often ugly revelation of character and consequence, it's an intense and powerful film well worthy of this re-release.

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Written on the Wind was released in theaters on December 25, 1956.