Death at Broadcasting House
Death at Broadcasting House

Death at Broadcasting House

1934Movie75 minEnglish

An actor is murdered live on air whilst a play is being broadcast. Everyone in the play and broadcasting house fall under suspicion.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Reginald FogwellGenres: Mystery, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A famous radio announcer is murdered in the BBC Broadcasting House, leading to an investigation into the complex relationships and hidden secrets within the broadcasting world. As Detective Inspector Davies delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, professional rivalries, and personal vendettas.

Critical Reception

This early British crime thriller, set against the backdrop of the BBC, was a modest release that capitalized on the growing popularity of radio. While not a critical sensation, it offered a standard mystery plot with a few intriguing elements for its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • A competent, if somewhat predictable, British mystery.
  • Features an interesting setting within the early days of radio broadcasting.
  • The performances are generally solid, contributing to the film's atmosphere.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for being one of the early British films to explore the inner workings of the then-nascent British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).

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