SUDDENLY FRANK SINATRA (1954)
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SUDDENLY (1954)
Directed by: Lewis Allen
Starring: Frank Sinatra, Sterling Hayden, James Gleason, Nancy Gates
Frank Sinatra delivers one of his most chilling performances as a ruthless assassin who takes a family hostage while waiting to kill the President of the United States. This tense thriller unfolds almost entirely inside a single home, building relentless suspense to its unforgettable conclusion.
Behind the Scenes
Sinatra later attempted to buy every print of the film after the Kennedy assassination because of its subject matter.
The movie disappeared from circulation for years before returning to audiences.
Today it is considered a classic suspense thriller.
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