Directed by William Wyler | United States | 95 min

“With all my heart, I still love the man I killed.”

The Letter begins with a bang — literally — as Bette Davis’ character guns down a man in seemingly cold blood on a rubber plantation in Malaysia. Charged with murder, she shockingly pleads self-defense, and the drama shifts to a mysterious letter that may hold the key to the truth of the crime. Based on a play by W. Somerset Maugham and shot on atmospheric soundstages that frame an exotic and enigmatic view of the Orient, The Letter delivers one unexpected plot twist after another. The film was nominated for seven Oscars, including Best Picture. William Wyler directs a fiery Davis in one of her most engrossing and iconic performances.

Written by Scott Lang.

Part of our 40 Divas Series.

 

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