The Iron Curtain (1948)
- CategoryThriller
- LanguageEnglish
- Runtime1h 27m
- DirectorWilliam A. Wellman
- IMDb Rating6
- Year1948
- Release dateJun 16, 1948
- StarsDana Andrews, Gene Tierney, June Havoc, Berry Kroeger
The Iron Curtain
The Iron Curtain is based on the actual 1945 case of Soviet cipher clerk Igor Gouzenko, (Dana Andrews), who, after careful training, was assigned to the U.S.S.R. Embassy in Ottawa, Canada in the midst of World War II. Eventually, Gouzenko defected with 109 pages of material implicating several high level Canadian officials, outlined the steps taken to secure information about the the details of the nuclear bomb via numerous sleeper cells established throughout North America. The scandal that resulted when details of this case were publicized by American columnist Drew Pearson in early 1946 involved Canada, Britain and the United States.
The Iron Curtain Synopsis
The Iron Curtain (1948) holds a 6.0/10 audience rating on 1337x. "What Was Behind Their Mission... THIS TERROR?" This captivating Thriller film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by William A. Wellman, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Dana Andrews, Gene Tierney, June Havoc, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 27m. The Iron Curtain is based on the actual 1945 case of Soviet cipher clerk Igor Gouzenko, (Dana Andrews), who, after careful training, was assigned to the U.S.S.R. Embassy in Ottawa, Canada in the midst...
