This is a top flight noir classic. A great cast do a superb job, telling a story about an older man, in love with a younger and highly immoral woman, for whom he would do anything - inclduing steal. Finally realing he's being had, the older man (Edward G Robinson) strikes out and...losses everything. Robinson, Joan Bennett, and Dan Duryea gives stellar performances.

The image of a homeless EG Robinson walking down a busy New York street, haunted by the voices of Johnny and "Lazy Legs" should be considered one of the greatest moments ever captured, on film.

Robinson is the perfect "timid nice guy" who works at the same job for 20 years, has an overbearing wife and who is primed and ready for his mid-life crisis, brought on by a chance encounter with Joan Bennett. He tells some "harmless" little lies about being a painter and the scheming Bennett and her boyfriend decide there must be something in it, for them. Robinson then spirals out of control, as he throws away everything he has for the ability to chase his dreams (his painting and the love of this beautiful young girl). That spiral never ends as Lang takes this sweet little man on a ride, straight to hell.

Joan Bennett is sexy, cool and unforgettable, as Kathy.

"Scarlet Street" is a must for every film lover's collection.

Intriguing tale of deception done on an A budget. Good performances by Robinson, Bennett (although I like her better in good-girl roles) and others help satisfactory tale along. Good print from Alpha!

This movie is good on many levels. It's a great film noir. It's sytle is is subtle and engaging, unconventional and spellbinding. Edward G. is definitely not the tough guy in this one. He's a henpecked milquetoast. And Joan Bennet as the heartless strumpet is priceless. If you're into feet fetish, you'll love the toenail painting scene!

This is a very good movie - we enjoyed it! It is a little gory - it actually kept us entertained and in suspense throughout the movie!