Packet 3: Tossup 4

Rudolph Maté backlit this character for a scene in which she whispers, “Hate is a very exciting emotion.” This character’s costumes include a midriff-baring white-and-gold gown designed by Jean Louis. This character affirms “Sure, I’m decent” after appearing (15[1])in frame with an iconic (15[1])hair flip. This character’s husband wields a sword cane and fakes his death in a plane crash rather than relinquish his (*) tungsten cartel. Anita Ellis dubbed the singing voice of this character, who does a striptease in a strapless black dress in the number “Put the Blame on Mame.” (10[1])This character recognizes an ex-lover played by Glenn Ford when he arrives at her husband’s casino in Buenos Aires. For 10 points, a Charles Vidor film noir is titled for what signature role of Rita Hayworth? ■END■

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