Suspense - “Beyond Good and Evil” (1945) | Joseph Cotten | Film Noir VR Experience | Remastered | 4K

Step into a shadowy corner of 1940s Brooklyn on a storm-soaked night, as thunder rolls and the rain taps against your apartment window. You're warm, dry, and nestled beside the soft glow of the radio. In this immersive VR-enhanced experience, we bring you a remastered and ad-free presentation of Suspense's chilling tale “Beyond Good and Evil,” originally aired on October 11, 1945, and starring Joseph Cotten.

Written by legendary screenwriter Ben Hecht and adapted for radio by Douglas Whitney, this psychological noir unfolds the sinister story of Philip Gentry, an escaped convict who murders a reverend and assumes his identity. Only one man knows the truth—Dr. McKillip, a paralyzed former minister who can no longer speak or move. Gentry visits the helpless man one last time… not to confess, but to gloat.

🕯️ A masterpiece of tension, identity, and guilt—perfect for fans of vintage thrillers, classic radio drama, and noir storytelling.

✨ Features:

🎧 Fully remastered audio

🍷 Roma Wines ads removed for seamless listening

🏙️ Set in a cozy virtual Brooklyn apartment, rain and all

Starring:
Joseph Cotten, Cathy Lewis, Joseph Kearns, Herbert Butterfield, Wally Maher, and Jane Morgan.

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🕶️ Turn down the lights, settle in, and prepare to be Suspensed.

This episode is presented for educational and historical purposes, preserving the artistry of these original live radio performances so that future generations can experience and appreciate the storytelling, talent, and atmosphere of the golden age of broadcasting.

TOP STORIES FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 11th 1945

NAZI WAR CRIMINALS FACE JUSTICE AT NUREMBERG
The first steps toward international justice are underway as Allied prosecutors prepare for the landmark Nuremberg Trials. High-ranking Nazi officials, including Hermann Göring and Rudolf Hess, will face charges of war crimes, crimes against humanity, and conspiracy. The world watches as the victors of World War II lay the foundation for postwar legal standards.

PRESIDENT TRUMAN PUSHES FOR NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE
President Harry S. Truman has unveiled a bold new legislative agenda that includes a national health insurance plan, part of his vision for postwar domestic reform. The proposal is expected to face stiff opposition from conservative lawmakers and private industry, but Truman remains firm in his commitment to public welfare.

SWING MUSIC STILL RULES AIRWAVES AS NEW ARTISTS EMERGE
While big band leaders like Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller continue to top the charts, a new generation of swing artists is beginning to make waves. Radio listeners have taken notice of vocalists like Doris Day and Billy Eckstine, signaling a shift in musical tastes as postwar America tunes in for both comfort and innovation.

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"SUSPENSE" was a groundbreaking radio drama that aired from 1940 to 1962 and is now part of the public domain. This presentation, set against the immersive backdrop of a rainy night, is designed to introduce a new generation to the charm and intensity of classic theatrical radio—inviting listeners to rediscover and appreciate the timeless art of storytelling through sound.

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