Actor Fred MacMurray was mostly in two types of films—fast-talking comedies before World War II and twisted film noirs after. Other than Double Indemnity in 1944, his noirs were largely lackluster, not because of his acting, which was flawless. MacMurray always brought a strapping, modern handsomeness to the screen and was convincing as a cop or con. Mo…
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