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Federal Man-Hunt
By a daring ruse and inside help, Pete Rennick, a noted criminal behind bars on federal charges, escapes from the prison, and all of the law-agencies and local police are out to catch him with roadblocks and every car searched, but the escapee gets away. Bill Hasford, a private detective, investigating a racket finds it leads to the wanted man, and has the biggest adventure of his career.
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Plot Summary
A tough federal agent is assigned to track down a dangerous criminal gang responsible for a series of daring robberies. He goes undercover, facing numerous perilous situations as he infiltrates the mob. The agent must outwit the criminals and bring them to justice, risking his life in the process.
Critical Reception
Federal Man-Hunt was a low-budget B-movie typical of its era, primarily aimed at a matinee audience. It received functional, if uninspired, reviews, with praise often directed at its action sequences and the performance of its lead. Its contribution to cinema is minimal, considered a standard entry in the crime genre of the late 1930s.
What Reviewers Say
Competent but unremarkable crime drama.
Features typical B-movie action and a straightforward plot.
Barton MacLane delivers a solid performance as the determined agent.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by Producers Releasing Corporation (PRC), a studio known for its extremely low-budget productions, often with limited shooting schedules and resources.
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