The Perfect Crime
The death of a multinational company’s chairman induces the three candidates for the chairmanship to plot against one another for control of the business.
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Plot Summary
A successful lawyer orchestrates a complex plan to murder his wife and frame a drifter for the crime. However, his meticulous scheme begins to unravel when the drifter proves more resourceful than anticipated, leading to a tense cat-and-mouse game between the two men.
Critical Reception
The Perfect Crime was a modest critical success, praised for its taut direction and compelling performances, particularly from Richard Jordan as the calculating lawyer. While not a blockbuster, it found an audience appreciating its suspenseful narrative and exploration of psychological manipulation.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful pacing and Richard Jordan's chilling performance.
- A well-crafted thriller that keeps audiences engaged with its intricate plot.
- Explores themes of greed and meticulous planning with a dark, compelling edge.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Perfect Crime' is not widely documented on Google platforms.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release, but was later re-edited and aired as an ABC Movie of the Week due to production issues and changing market conditions.
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