The House Across the Lake
“Hypnotic...Fascinating...a lure to all who crossed her path!”
Synopsis
Sensuous and desirable, Carol Forrest has always attracted the attention of men. Expert in the art of manipulation and control she married an older man, loving only his vast wealth and continued to amuse herself with indiscreet affairs. But when neighbour Mark Kendrick lets slip that her husband intends cutting her out of his will Carol concentrates all her attentions on the unsuspecting Kendrick, obtaining his help to dispose of this irritating obstacle.
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Heat Wave (1954) - Too much money
Type: Clip • Published 2011-09-28
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Alex Nicol
Mark Kendrick
Hillary Brooke
Carol Forrest
Sidney James
Beverly Forrest (as Sidney James)
Susan Stephen
Andrea Forrest
Paul Carpenter
Vincent Gordon
Alan Wheatley
Inspector MacLennan
Peter Illing
Harry Stevens
Gordon McLeod
Doctor Emery
Joan Hickson
Mrs. Hardcastle
John Sharp
Mr. Hardcastle
Hugh Dempster
Frank
Monti DeLyle
Head Waiter
Howard Lang
Inspector Edgar (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Hughes
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Hughes
- Original Score
- Ivor Slaney
- Original Title
- The House Across the Lake
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Hammer Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Hughes
Ken Hughes
Ivor Slaney
Walter J. Harvey
James Needs
Anthony Hinds
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Hughes
Screenplay
Ken Hughes
Director
Anthony Hinds
Producer
Ivor Slaney
Original Music Composer
James Needs
Editor
Walter J. Harvey
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The House Across the Lake
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What is The House Across the Lake about?
Sensuous and desirable, Carol Forrest has always attracted the attention of men. Expert in the art of manipulation and control she married an older man, loving only his vast wealth and continued to amuse herself with indiscreet affairs. But when neighbour Mark Kendrick lets slip that her husband intends cutting her out of his will Carol concentrates all her attentions on the unsuspecting Kendrick, obtaining his help to dispose of this irritating obstacle.
Who directed The House Across the Lake?
The House Across the Lake was directed by Ken Hughes.
Who stars in The House Across the Lake?
The principal cast of The House Across the Lake includes Alex Nicol, Hillary Brooke, Sidney James, Susan Stephen, Paul Carpenter.
When was The House Across the Lake released and how long is it?
The House Across the Lake was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for The House Across the Lake?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The House Across the Lake was composed by Ivor Slaney.
Is The House Across the Lake based on a book or true story?
The House Across the Lake is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ken Hughes".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The House Across the Lake?
The House Across the Lake holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).