Strange Witness

Strange Witness

The most dramatic eyes in the world will be looking at you.

1958 · 30 min · Mystery

Ruth and her lover David are caught having an affair by her husband John. When John refuses to give Ruth a divorce, David shoots him. Before Ruth and David can make plans to cover up the murder, John's blind friend Chris shows up.

Directed by Herschel Daugherty · Written by Gavin Lambert

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