Death Row Woman
Death Row Woman

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Death Row Woman

1960
Movie
78 min
Japanese

Arrested for the murder of her wealthy businessman father, convicted on false evidence and sentenced to death, Kyoko is determined to prove her innocence.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Edward L. CahnGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman is convicted of murder and sentenced to death, but her conviction is based on flimsy evidence. As her execution date approaches, a former detective, haunted by his past mistakes, decides to investigate the case himself. He uncovers a conspiracy and evidence that suggests she might be innocent, leading to a desperate race against time to prove her innocence before it's too late.

Critical Reception

This low-budget B-movie is often overlooked but serves as a serviceable crime drama of its era. While not groundbreaking, it offers a straightforward narrative with decent performances for its genre. It was primarily seen by audiences looking for inexpensive, pulp-driven entertainment.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard B-movie crime thriller with a predictable plot.

  • Adele Mara delivers a competent performance as the doomed protagonist.

  • The film struggles with pacing and a lack of originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with most commentary focusing on its status as a minor entry in the crime genre from the early 1960s.

Fun Fact

Director Edward L. Cahn was a prolific filmmaker, known for directing a large number of low-budget films across various genres, often completing projects on tight schedules and budgets.

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