They Won't Believe Me

July. 16,1947      NR
Rating:
7.2
Trailer Synopsis Cast

On trial for murdering his girlfriend, philandering stockbroker Larry Ballentine takes the stand to claim his innocence and describe the actual, but improbable sounding, sequence of events that led to her death.

Robert Young as  Larry Ballentine
Susan Hayward as  Verna Carlson
Jane Greer as  Janice Bell
Rita Johnson as  Greta Ballentine
Tom Powers as  Trenton
George Tyne as  Lieutenant Carr
Don Beddoe as  Thomason
Frank Ferguson as  Mr. Cahill
Harry Harvey as  Judge Charles Fletcher
Byron Foulger as  Henry Bascombe (uncredited)

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Reviews

Mjeteconer
1947/07/16

Just perfect...

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Chirphymium
1947/07/17

It's entirely possible that sending the audience out feeling lousy was intentional

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Kien Navarro
1947/07/18

Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

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Geraldine
1947/07/19

The story, direction, characters, and writing/dialogue is akin to taking a tranquilizer shot to the neck, but everything else was so well done.

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gibblegabbler
1947/07/20

This is a great film. Anyone who likes the film-noir genre should definitely make sure to catch this one. Great performances and a really nice story.

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Richie-67-485852
1947/07/21

Most excellent entertainment that triggers the viewers interest. This movie is like a fresh pie baking in the oven. Enjoy the expectation of what is to come, the smell and in time, the fist slice delivers well. Enjoy Robert Young too as he narrates this interesting story in a way where you can relate as it is being told which is a gift to be able to do. It is interesting to note that when he is finished, he says that is the truth the whole truth and is exhausted and full of sweat. You won't find that in today's courtrooms as everyone tries to lie the best way they can in most cases. I like movies where you can discuss what would you have done? This is that movie. Nice range of human emotions displayed and pay special attention to the ranch (one of three properties) they end up buying. Its got location, atmosphere, horses, nature, waterfalls, streams, charm, seclusion and who wouldn't like to live there? Answer: Someone who is not happy! Goes to show you that wherever you go, there you are and no amount of outside goodies will sooth your insides if your guilt which stems from wrong choices is not corrected. The twist compliments and soothes until the twist of twists delivers the stunning knock-out blow! Good movie to eat with, snack and have a tasty drink. There is an old saying that is appropriate for the ending: "most people pull in the reigns of their horses right before they are scheduled to jump". The idea is to let it have reign to complete its moment successfully. The reign here was pulled too tight by the movie character....The lesson? Free reign!

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MikeMagi
1947/07/22

"They Won't Believe Me" is a noir tale that cries out for Robert Mitchum or Dan Duryea, someone who can play an irresistible heel. Instead, you get Robert Young trying to doff his Mr. Nice Guy image. But why Susan Hayward and Jane Greer are so smitten with him remains a mystery. The chemistry just isn't there. Hayward, on the other hand, strikes sparks as a gold-digger with a heart of her favorite metal. Her slightest gestures, just the trace of a smile, everything about her is sexually provocative. The story itself is entertaining. Stockbroker Young keeps trying to extricate himself from rich, demanding wife Rita Johnson but she holds the purse strings and he doesn't want to lose his deluxe lifestyle. Then a fortuitous accident seemingly solves his marital problems -- until he's charged with murder. Well worth watching but I still don't believe Marcus Welby as a seductive scoundrel.

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edwagreen
1947/07/23

Still can't believe that I'm giving a Susan Hayward film **1/2 but I am.In 2012 this film could never be made. Ever hear of DNA?This is a different role for Robert Young and he wasn't quite up to it. He lacked the suave, debonair facade that the role required.If Greta really wanted to keep her marriage intact, why would she invite the aunt to join them in the house? The woman was suspicious of Young from the onset and he obviously couldn't stand her.The ending is an example of collective guilt. Jane Greer comes across as an understanding, kindly woman; but after all, she did have an affair with Young. Susan Hayward's part is genuine for her. She is conniving and calculated. Rita Johnson is the wife who seems to be understanding that her husband philanders. With the money she had, she didn't have to be like that.

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