Jean Simmons, Howard Hughes and the story of ANGEL FACE (1955)

The 1953 film "Angel Face" is a prime example of a highly underrated film noir that deserves more recognition. Despite featuring top-notch performances from Jean Simmons and Robert Mitchum, the film was largely overlooked upon its initial release.

One reason for the film's underrated status may be due to the complex character of Diane Tremaine, a non-traditional femme fatale whose angelic appearance masks her true nature as a cold-blooded murderer. While femme fatales were a staple of film noir, Diane's unique portrayal of the femme fatale who seeks redemption makes her a different sort of a villain.

But, the real life villains in the making of Angel Face were Howard Hughes and Otto Preminger who made the life of the film's star, Jean Simmons a nightmare.

The interviews with Jean Simmons and Jane Greer were featured an episode of the 1987 documentary THE RKO STUDIO STORY: HOWARD'S WAY you can watch it here ➡️    • The RKO Story - Howard's Way  

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