Monday Night Movies “Under Capricorn” (1949)
“Under Capricorn” is a 1949 film noir set in the sun-scorched and isolated Australian outback during the 1830s. The story centers on a mysterious and unsettling family, the Haddons, who live on their sprawling estate, “Capricorn.”
When Charles, a young English gentleman, arrives at Capricorn, he is drawn into the family’s dark secrets and the troubled past that haunts them. He becomes entangled in a web of intrigue, jealousy, and murder as he discovers the truth about the Haddons, a family consumed by passion, obsession, and the destructive power of secrets.
The film features a cast of captivating characters, including the enigmatic and alluring “Lady” (played by Ingrid Bergman), the seemingly innocent “Captain” (played by Joseph Cotten), and the dangerous “Mr. Haddon” (played by Kieron Moore). Their lives are interwoven with secrets, betrayals, and a simmering undercurrent of danger.
As Charles uncovers the truth about the Haddons’ past and the events that have led to their present circumstances, he faces a series of dangerous situations and encounters, putting his own life at risk. “Under Capricorn” is a classic film noir filled with suspense, dark romance, and the unsettling beauty of a world where appearances are deceptive, and the past is always lurking beneath the surface.
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm EDT
Free!
