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Wait Until Dark (1967)

Director: Terence Young

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From Time Out Film Guide

An effective shocker which has the blind Hepburn alone in the house when psychotic villain Arkin and his hoodlum pals (Crenna and Weston) arrive to retrieve a doll containing heroin which her husband (Zimbalist) unwittingly brought through customs for them. The nail- biting climax, during which Hepburn turns the tables by smashing the light-bulbs and leaving the place in darkness, is a classic. Though based on a stage play (by Frederick Knott), the skilful use of interiors for once transcends the visual limitations.

Author: NF

Time Out Film Guide

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Cast & crew

Director: Terence Young

Producer: Mel Ferrer

Cast: Audrey Hepburn, Alan Arkin, Richard Crenna, Efrem Zimbalist Jr, Jack Weston, Samantha Jones full cast

Genre(s): Thrillers

Duration: 108 mins


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