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The story evolves around a radio panel game show "Twenty Questions." The panel is challenged with an anonymous question. The answer leads to a series of murders in which the killer uses the programme to name his victims in advance. Two reporters spot a link between them and enlist the aid of the panel in trapping the guilty party.
A renowned mystery writer is found murdered, and the police suspect one of his associates. The investigation uncovers a complex web of relationships and motives, where everyone seems to have a secret. Detective Joe O'Malley must unravel the truth by piecing together fragmented clues and testimonies before the killer strikes again.
The Twenty Questions Murder Mystery received a mixed reception upon its release. While praised for its intriguing premise and the performances of its lead actors, some critics found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and predictable. It is generally considered a solid, if not outstanding, entry in the film-noir genre of the era.
Intriguing premise with a classic whodunit structure.
Performances are generally strong, particularly from Pat O'Brien.
Some found the plot resolution to be less satisfying than the buildup.
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None notable.
The film is based on the popular radio quiz show of the same name, which involved contestants guessing an object or person by asking up to twenty yes-or-no questions.
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I really quite enjoyed this rather quirky crime thriller. It starts off with the most spurious of clues - a man writes into the famous BBC radio panel game "20 Questions" with a puzzle for them all. The answer turns out to be incredibly sim...
A strange attempt to make a movie attraction based on a staid BBC radio panel show. The regulars of the show appear as themselves, very stiffly. A listener sends in questions to be answered on the show, committing a murder to match each of ...