Thirty-three footprints
Thirty-three footprints

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Thirty-three footprints

1948
Movie
75 min
Japanese

Fourth film of the Bannai Tarao series starring Chiezo Kataoka

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Bernard KnowlesGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of mysterious disappearances linked to a peculiar footprint left at each scene. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to expose a dark secret.

Critical Reception

Generally well-received by critics for its suspenseful plot and atmospheric direction, although some found the pacing to be slightly uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing mystery and suspenseful build-up.

  • Noted for its effective use of mood and atmosphere.

  • Some found the resolution to be less impactful than the setup.

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Fun Fact

This film marked one of the earliest credited roles for a young Peter Sellers, though his part was relatively minor.

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