This film is a major tribute to the divine Susan Hayward. Any actress who can take an amoral convicted murderess and arouse sympathy has accomplished something significant. It is a shame that she made so many movies, but there doesn't seem to be a single masterpiece that stands out today. Hayward is perfect 10 out of 10.
On other fronts, the movie is very dated, much more so than many 50's era pieces. Perhaps the black and white, dull surroundings, and frankly loud music add to the atmosphere. While the rest of the cast is credible, none of the others are very memorable.
This is mostly a liberal Hollywood propaganda film against the death penalty. Looking at what little evidence is discussed in the film, it seems likely that Barbara Graham was present as an accessory but did not commit the murder. Again, Susan Hayward 10, rest of movie 4-5.
On other fronts, the movie is very dated, much more so than many 50's era pieces. Perhaps the black and white, dull surroundings, and frankly loud music add to the atmosphere. While the rest of the cast is credible, none of the others are very memorable.
This is mostly a liberal Hollywood propaganda film against the death penalty. Looking at what little evidence is discussed in the film, it seems likely that Barbara Graham was present as an accessory but did not commit the murder. Again, Susan Hayward 10, rest of movie 4-5.