Made when she was just a fledgling star (which many consider her best period), Niagara (1953) captures all of Marilyn Monroe's voluptuous beauty in stunning Technicolor. Containing some elements of Film Noir and Hitchcockian subject matter and style, the film is both thrilling and intriguing. And, of course, Niagara Falls provides a wonderful natural setting for the events to play out.
A young couple honeymooning in Niagara have the misfortune of crossing paths with Mr. and Mrs. Loomis (Joseph Cotten and Marilyn Monroe). Mr. Loomis seems to have some mental and emotional problems, and Mrs. Loomis is discontent in her marriage...
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
The young couple soon discovers that Mrs. Loomis is having an affair with a younger guy, but dismiss it as none of their business...
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
It is understandable, as everyone is enchanted by Mrs. Loomis' ravishing beauty...
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
The affair turns to conspiracy, however, when she convinces her lover to murder her husband. The plan backfires...
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
Now Mr. and Mrs. Loomis have bigger problems than mere marital discord...
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
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| Niagara. 1953. Marilyn Monroe |
