The Dark Mirror

"The Dark Mirror" starts with the death of Dr. Frank Peralta, which leads Lieutenant Stevenson to suspect Terry Collins, the girlfriend of the deceased. However, Terry has a solid alibi, and her identical twin sister, Ruth, also seems to have witnesses supporting her innocence. The twins, who share a job and frequently switch places, have crafted a near-perfect crime, leaving Stevenson and the district attorney with no way to determine which sister was at the crime scene.

Determined to unravel the truth behind the seemingly unbreakable alibi, Lt. Stevenson seeks help from Dr. Scott Elliot, an expert on twin studies. As Scott delves into their lives, he starts to see through the facade of their identical appearances and begins to understand their distinct personalities.

"The Dark Mirror" is a classic psychological thriller that skillfully blurs the lines between truth and deception, whose cleverly woven plot keeps you on the edge of your seat. Olivia de Havilland's genius portrayal of the twin sisters is aslo remarkable, leaving a lasting impression on audiences even after decades.

Release: 1946

Stars: Olivia de Havilland, Lew Ayres, Thomas Mitchell

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 71%