Production still from the lost “alternate” ending to Double Indemnity (Billy Wilder, 1944) showing Fred MacMurray entering the gas chamber while Edward G. Robinson stands by as a sorrowful witness. This ending was cut from the final release. Wilder thought it was unnecessary, and the Hayes Office thought it was too gruesome.
Double Indemnity (Paramount, 1944). Fine on Linen. One Sheet (27.25″ X 41″).
Double Indemnity (Paramount, 1944). Very Fine on Linen. One Sheet (27″ X 41″).
A film noir classic, insurance man Fred MacMurray has an affair with married Barbara Stanwyck and soon finds himself embroiled in a murder and insurance fraud scheme. The film was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Actress (Stanwyck), Best Director (Billy Wilder), and Best Picture.
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