The Shadow on the Window (1957)

Three troubled youths commit a shocking murder at a secluded farmhouse, targeting a wealthy farmer. The farmer's secretary, who witnessed the crime, becomes a hostage, while her young son is left traumatized by the event. As he grapples with his fears, the boy must find the strength to assist the police and his father in a desperate bid to save his mother before time runs out. Tension mounts as the clock ticks, forcing everyone involved to confront their darkest fears and the consequences of their choices.