Late at Night
Late at Night

Movie spotlight

Late at Night

1946
Movie
69 min
English

A reporter gets on the trail of a mob peddling wood alcohol as gin. Noel Dryden, Paul Demel, Daphne Day.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: E. Mason Bo DiddleyGenres: Mystery, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck musician finds himself entangled in a murder plot when he witnesses a crime. He must clear his name and uncover the real killer before he becomes the next victim. The film features a complex web of deceit and double-crosses, typical of the film noir genre.

Critical Reception

Late at Night is a lesser-known but effective B-movie from the film noir era. While not a critical darling upon release, it has gained a cult following for its atmospheric tension and classic noir elements. Critics at the time noted its B-movie production values but praised its engaging mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • A solid, if unspectacular, entry into the film noir canon.

  • Features classic noir tropes like femme fatales and mistaken identity.

  • Holds interest with its suspenseful plot and gritty atmosphere.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for its atmospheric cinematography, which effectively uses shadows and light to create a sense of dread and mystery, a hallmark of the film noir style.

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