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Set against the dramatic backdrop of Niagara Falls, Marilyn Monroe portrays Rose, a femme fatale possessing two of the most powerful weapons: an erotic body and an evil mind. Planning to murder her troubled husband (Joseph Cotton), Rose first uses her double-edged sword to drive him to the brink of total insanity. Then she seductively torments a series of strangers while her mysterious lover waits in the shadows. Vastly different from her often comedic roles, Marilyn's classic dramatic performance as this diabolical and scheming woman is at once fascinating and frightening, painting a powerful portrait of human sexuality and passion.
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By N. Finch
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`Niagara' was the movie that brought Marilyn Monroe to the publics full attention. As always her performance radiates and she plays the shift from seductive murderess to frightened victim wonderfully. Jean Peters, though slightly overshadowed by Marilyn, also provides a believable performance and a role that's easier for the audience to relate to. We spend much of the movie looking at the situation through her characters eyes, an interesting alternative to pursuing the story solely through the eyes of George or Rose Loomis.
The story itself has aged very well and remains cliché free, even today though it could have been improved by fleshing out Cottons character. At times it can be unclear what the script is insinuating about his character and I would have preferred more time spent exploring the relationship between Rose and her husband.
However its refreshing to find a movie from this era where all the characters didn't have a happy story book ending.
`Niagara' is an engaging movie and special mention goes out to the shredded wheat jokes.
The story itself has aged very well and remains cliché free, even today though it could have been improved by fleshing out Cottons character. At times it can be unclear what the script is insinuating about his character and I would have preferred more time spent exploring the relationship between Rose and her husband.
However its refreshing to find a movie from this era where all the characters didn't have a happy story book ending.
`Niagara' is an engaging movie and special mention goes out to the shredded wheat jokes.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By LuvBabyJane
Format:DVD
Brilliant film! One of Marilyns best films and one of my favourite. Marilyn is not just the dumb blonde in this film, she shows herself as the great actress she always was but was sadly seldom given the opportunity to play. Apart from the obvious hypnotic presence of Marilyn this film is in itself a great thriller and the images of Niagra are awsome...but not as beautiful as Marilyn!...enjoy!
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
Now we all know Marilyn Monroe looks absolutely stunning on screen. This movie, one of her earlier works, proves she can act as well. In this, she plays a woman who plots with her lover to bump off her husband, only to get a shock when the murder doesn't work out as planned. You can view this movie any way you wish - either gaze longingly at Marilyn all film, enjoy the sparkling backdrop of Niagara falls, or sit on the edge of your seat at the suspense and intrigue of the thrilling script. I would recommend doing all three, and enjoy a thoroughly great film.
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Great dvd.
Brought as a gift, my uncle really really enjoyed this movie and is great for conversations. Great as a gift for a loved or to add to your dvd selection.
Published 3 months ago by Ms. D. J. Thompson
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Niagra
Just come back from a trip to niagra and so therefore had to get the DVD to compare notes. Bit of a corny film as you would expect but had no problem watching it all the way... Read more
Published 7 months ago by P. Pulsford
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one of monroe's finest
A very good copy of an excellent film from the beginning of Marilyn Monroe's career, in which she showed considerable promise for her later starring roles. Read more
Published 10 months ago by CHRIS
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Niagara Falls
Having just visited Canada and Niagara Falls, I was interested to see this film, it's amazing that not much has changed over the years regarding the visitor areas. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Dennis E. Wright
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Good Film, Great Location, Great Colour
The positive reviews here made me buy the film and I'm very glad I did. The location shots are very impressive indeed and it's great to see a film of this age in colour,... Read more
Published 19 months ago by E. Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars
The belles and the bells.
Niagra Falls, so often a place of honeymoon love is the setting for this engrossing thriller directed as tight as a ducks bottom by the brilliant Henry Hathaway. Read more
Published on 28 April 2011 by Spike Owen
2.0 out of 5 stars
Monroe Appalling
This film with good picture and sound quality is ruined by the appalling performance of Monroe.
How she was ever let loose in films is beyond me. Read more
How she was ever let loose in films is beyond me. Read more
Published on 22 Aug 2009 by Mr Viewer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Symbolic Drama
This film is a wonderful chance for the four main leads to show their considerable talents. From the title and the opening scene it is obvious that Niagara Falls will dominate... Read more
Published on 22 Aug 2009 by J. M. Harman
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not bad, and with a strange, artificial creation of breasts, lipstick...
Niagara, in my view, is a second-rate A movie struggling with only partial success to be a first-rate B movie. Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2008 by C. O. DeRiemer
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of Marilyn's most powerful dramatic performances
1953 was basically the Year of Marilyn, and Niagara is one of the films that transformed her from a much-talked-about newcomer into a living legend. Read more
Published on 26 July 2003 by Daniel Jolley
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