The Velvet Touch

1948
PG
1h 40m

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Rosalind Russell in The Velvet Touch (1948)

Film Noir Crime Drama Mystery Romance Thriller

A Broadway star unintentionally kills her impresario but keeps mum about it after the police investigator targets a rival actress.A Broadway star unintentionally kills her impresario but keeps mum about it after the police investigator targets a rival actress.A Broadway star unintentionally kills her impresario but keeps mum about it after the police investigator targets a rival actress.

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IMDb RATING

6.8/10

1.6K

YOUR RATING

POPULARITY

777

11,384

See production info at IMDbPro

Awards
- 2 wins total

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Trivia
One of the first films to mention the 'New Look', with which Christian Dior had altered all of fashion the year before. As Valerie leaves the theater, a day player is heard to say, 'She's got the New Look, it sure suits her.'

Goofs
In scenes set in Sardi's restaurant, many of the framed caricatures on the wall are full-figure sketches; in reality, all of Sardi's famous caricatures are face-only portraits.

Quotes
Michael Morrell: One of the basic rules of chess is that the king rarely moves.
Valerie Stanton: That's why so few women play it.

Soundtracks
The Velvet Touch
Written by Mort Greene & Leigh Harline
[sung by male chorus during opening title and credits]

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Featured review

9/10

Excellent Russell

Rosalind Russell was one of Hollywood's most talented actresses and this movie puts her through all the emotions. She has witty lines, ala Auntie Mame and heart-wrenching scenes as when a cast member commits suicide. A very good and different script by Leo Rosten helps make for a plausible and entertaining film. All of the cast is great, including Claire Trevor who, if she hadn't won for "Key Largo" the same year, should have been nominated for her small but very effective part. But, it's Russell's film and she gives another great dramatic performance. Enjoy this highly underrated film. Like "Repeat Performance" from the same year, you won't forget this film.