While I Live movie poster

While I Live

October 7, 1947 1h 25m 6.7/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1947. While I Live is a thriller film. directed by John Harlow. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Sonia Dresdel, Carol Raye, and Tom Walls

Synopsis

In 1922, young pianist and composer Olwen Trevelyan, troubled and sleepless over her inability to finish the final notes of her composition, falls to her death from the cliffs of Cornwall. 25 years on, Olwen has gained posthumous fame as a result of her tragic death and her haunting uncompleted composition 'The Dream of Olwen'. Her reclusive sister Julia (Sonia Dresdel), who has never come to terms with Olwen's death, becomes convinced that Olwen has returned when she meets an amnesiac woman who looks like her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 7, 1947 78 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (6 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Edward Dryhurst Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is While I Live about?

In 1922, young pianist and composer Olwen Trevelyan, troubled and sleepless over her inability to finish the final notes of her composition, falls to her death from the cliffs of Cornwall. 25 years...

Who directed While I Live?

While I Live was directed by John Harlow.

How long is While I Live?

While I Live has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was While I Live released?

While I Live was released on October 7, 1947 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in While I Live?

The main cast of While I Live includes Sonia Dresdel, Carol Raye, Tom Walls, Patricia Burke, Clifford Evans.