I Cheated the Law
I Cheated the Law

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I Cheated the Law

1949
Movie
69 min
English

An attorney (Tom Conway) learns he was duped into being his gangster murder client's (Steve Brodie) alibi.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Edward BerndsGenres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery

Plot Summary

A small-time con artist, desperate for money, plans a scheme to defraud a wealthy businessman. However, his plans are complicated when he becomes entangled with a dangerous gangster and a femme fatale. The con artist finds himself on the run from both the law and the criminal underworld as he tries to escape the web he's woven.

Critical Reception

I Cheated the Law was a modest B-movie production that received limited attention upon its release. It is generally viewed as a straightforward crime drama with noir elements, appreciated for its gritty atmosphere and fast-paced plot despite its low budget. Critical reception focused on its pulpy narrative and economical direction.

What Reviewers Say

  • A functional, if uninspired, crime thriller.

  • Features standard noir tropes without much originality.

  • Relies on its B-movie charm and quick pacing.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent due to the film's limited release and age, with little specific feedback available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a tight schedule and budget, typical for many B-movies produced in the late 1940s, aiming for quick thrills rather than critical acclaim.

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