Web of Evidence
Web of Evidence

Web of Evidence

1959Movie90 minEnglish

A World War II evacuee returns years later to England and finds his father in prison framed for murder.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Daniel BirtGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man is wrongly accused of murder and must race against time to find the real killer before his execution. The investigation leads him through a tangled web of deceit and suspicion, uncovering a conspiracy that reaches high places. He finds an unlikely ally in a determined woman who believes in his innocence.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception from critics upon its release, with many praising its suspenseful narrative and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. Some reviews noted its classic noir elements and intricate plot, while others found certain aspects predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and intricate plot.
  • Recognized for strong performances by the main cast.
  • Seen as a solid entry in the crime thriller genre of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot at Merton Park Studios in London, a common location for British B-movies of the era.

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John Chard

John Chard

I like poodles! Beyond This Place (AKA: Web of Evidence) is directed by Jack Cardiff and adapted to screenplay by Ken Taylor from the A.J. Cronin novel. It stars Van Johnson, Vera Miles, Emlyn Williams, Bernard Lee and Jean Kent. Music i...