‘Lonelyhearts’: Unraveling Secrets of the Heart

Montgomery Clift plays off the strong presence of Robert Ryan in this 1950s film.
‘Lonelyhearts’: Unraveling Secrets of the Heart
Adam White (Montgomery Clift), in “Lonelyhearts.” United Artists
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NR | 1h 40m | Drama | 1958

Robert Ryan stands out in films with his clear, powerful voice, and intense presence. When he’s paired with other performers, there are moments when he he’s matched, even balanced. “The Tall Men” (1955), standing beside Clark Gable, and in “Bad Day at Black Rock” (1955), opposite Spencer Tracy, Ryan holds his own but doesn’t overpower.
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