Sleep, My Love

I've been watching black and whites all this week and by far this is my favorite. These old films are short and sweet and bring the action in a few short scenes. Filmmakers of this day should take note, no foul language or nudity but enough suspense and humor to keep one entertained. I have not seen Gaslight so the comparison will be the other way around, if I get to see it. I cannot compare but watching this film was a real treat, to see Ameche as the villain. The love interest, Daphne, was a bit harsh but expected when one is out for blood. I enjoyed the slick calm way the actors played their parts. Colbert, the beautiful but confused wife, not willing to believe foul play of her husband. Cummings was funny, caring and chivalrous. I felt anxious to see just who would do what next and that gave me a memory of watching the old Charlie Chan movies. The plot may not be altogether there but that is what the imagination is for, to fill in the blanks and it is still worth watching, . FDJALMY

Pretty good old fashioned thriller in which Claudette Colbert is married to Don Ameche, who has a bimbo on the side and a plan to get free without giving up the money, while Robert Cummings schemes to save her. Bit similar plotwise to Gaslight, Julie. Midnight lace, etc. Contemporary when made, it's got some great late 1940s fashions which, according to the filmakers, were common wear for ordinary women around the house. Very entertaining if you're in the mood for stylized 1940s melodramas.

I tend to rate movies by what appeals to me. I LOVE B&W movies! There is something about the contrast and the shadows that is not available in color. I also enjoy watching the facial expressions actors used in older movies to convey emotion and/or reactions. In this movie the principal as well as supporting actors were engrossing. I have always had a preference for Claudette Colbert and I continue to marvel at how sneaky and believable Don Ameche was able to play the part of the predatory, greedy, yet stupid (so easily manipulated by the other woman), husband.I have seen this movie at least three times in my life and it is always entertaining.

I’m not a huge fan of film noir, but I really did like “Sleep My Love.” Watching this film, especially with Robert Cummings in it, reminded me of “Dial M for Murder.” Both movies were suspenseful and had an excellent cast of characters. I really liked Robert Cummings as Bruce. I've always felt he was underrated as a dramatic actor. I was surprised to see Don Ameche playing a villain and I felt his performance was a little “stiff.” Claudette Colbert gave a fine performance but I felt she was a little too matronly for the part. I did like the addition of Key Luke as Bruce's Chinese brother.

Love this movie. I have watched it so many times, I can recite the dialogue along with the actors. I think I might be obsessed with it. Maybe I need an intervention. The actors really fit the roles very well. Even the minor parts. I like old black and white movies, that are not about gangsters. Of course this is a take off of Gaslight with Charles Boyer and Ingrid Bergman, just not as creepy. I like the romantic bits with Claudette Colbert and Robert Cummings. Don't expect car chases or a bunch of violence.

Little film noir gem with Claudette Colbert, Robert Cummings and Don Ameche. Colbert is as convincing as always. I enjoyed it.Didn't know that this was done by one of my favorite movie directors, Douglas Sirk.

I enjoyed this movie. While it is similar to GASLIGHT, it is has merits of its own. I LOVE Robert Cummings I this movie. He is the reason why I continue to watch it. I like his line"More of the hostess". That is pretty scandalous, for this era.

A bit formulaic, but an excellent cast, all doing their best work. Always interesting to see some actors in their 'pre-notoriety' days — as here where 'Perry Mason' (Raymond Burr) is a 'mere cop' with very little to do.

I loved Claudettes character and of coarseBob Cummings, Very suave and loveable.Unusual to see Don Ameche play a bad guy.