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The Night of the Hunter, a 1955 psychological thriller, starred Shelley Winters as Willa Harper, a widow who falls for a corrupt preacher named Harry Powell. Powell, played by Robert Mitchum, is a sinister and manipulative character who murders Willa's husband and pursues her children to steal their inheritance. Winters' performance as Willa is both sympathetic and resilient, showcasing her range as an actress.