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The Female Animal

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This release can only be found in the following box set: Film Noir: The Dark Side Of Cinema II

Release Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2020
Country of Release: USA
MSRP: $49.95 (Box set exclusive)

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Universal Studios Home Entertainment

Directed by: Harry Keller

Featuring: Hedy Lamarr, Jane Powell, Jan Sterling, George Nader

It is said that when a woman fights for a man, she is like an ANIMAL! Never come between a woman and her prey in the wickedly entertaining film noir The Female Animal! Hollywood star Vanessa Windsor (Hedy Lamarr, The Strange Woman) is saved from a terrible on-set accident by handsome studio extra Chris Farley (George Nader, House of 1000 Dolls). In appreciation of his skills and good looks, she sets him up as the “caretaker” of her beach house. When Vanessa’s sultry daughter (Jane Powell, Royal Wedding) meets Chris, the claws come out as both ladies try to stake out his affections in this campy and lusty battle for love. Stylishly directed by Harry Keller (The Unguarded Moment) and beautifully shot by the great Russell Metty (A Touch of Evil), with a strong supporting cast that includes Jan Sterling (Female on the Beach), Jerry Paris (Marty), James Gleason (Here Comes Mr. Jordan) and Gregg Palmer (Magnificent Obsession).

Year: 1958
Time: 84 min.