While a distinguished astronomer is giving a lecture in a planetarium, a shot rings out and one of the audience members is found dead. A tough detective and a brassy female reporter lock horns as they both try to break the case.
A young, idealistic district attorney finds himself investigating a murder case that seems to point to a notorious gangster. However, as he delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and conspiracy that reaches far beyond the initial suspect. He must navigate political pressure and personal danger to expose the truth before the wrong person is convicted.
Released in 1935, 'Death from a Distance' was a moderately received B-movie crime thriller of its time. Critics noted its fast pacing and suspenseful elements typical of the era's genre films. While not a groundbreaking picture, it provided efficient entertainment for audiences seeking a dose of mystery and drama.
Google audience: Audience reviews from the period are scarce, but typical sentiments for films of this nature focused on their ability to deliver straightforward mystery and suspense without unnecessary complexity.
The film was produced by Monogram Pictures, a studio known for its prolific output of low-budget films, often referred to as 'B-movies'.
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