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Anatole Litvak's 1948 drama The Snake Pit is a groundbreaking, visceral portrayal of state mental institutions, noted for Olivia de Havilland’s unglamorous, high-wire performance. The film, which mixes gothic horror elements with social realism, reportedly influenced mental health reform legislation in 26 states. Read a review of the Twilight Time Blu-ray release at Slant Magazine . Dryden Theatre Recommends: The Snake Pit (1948)