Mourning Becomes Electra

Year: 1947

Runtime: 173 mins

Language: English

Director: Dudley Nichols

DramaIntense violence and sexual transgressionEnduring stories of family and marital dramaGripping intense violent crimeHeartbreaking and moving family drama

At Mannon Manor, near the close of the Civil War, the proud family awaits the return of shipping magnate Ezra Mannon and his son Orin. Ezra’s scheming wife Christine and their daughter Lavinia both become entangled with a charismatic captain who hides a dark secret, while the earnest neighbor Peter also courts Lavinia. The mother‑daughter rivalry spirals into ruthless jealousy and murder.

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