N or NW
N or NW

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N or NW

1938
Movie
8 min
English

Correspondence between young lovers nearly ends in disaster through a mistake in postal district. Fortunately the GPO spots the error and all ends well, but with the moral that correspondents should get the address right.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: John Havelock-AllanGenres: Mystery, Thriller, War

Plot Summary

During the height of World War II, a retired Colonel and his wife, Tommy and Prudence Beresford, are enjoying a quiet holiday in the English countryside. Their peaceful retreat is shattered when they stumble upon a dying German spy who utters the cryptic words "N or M?". This sparks their curiosity and determination to uncover a sinister plot being hatched by enemy agents operating within Britain.

Critical Reception

While not a critical darling, 'N or M?' received a generally positive reception for its suspenseful plot and engaging performances. Critics often highlighted the classic Tommy and Prudence dynamic, which provided both intrigue and lightheartedness amidst the wartime setting. Audience reception was favorable, appreciating the familiar Agatha Christie-esque mystery woven into the wartime narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its well-paced mystery and the charming chemistry of its leads.

  • A competent wartime thriller that captures the spirit of its source material.

  • Some found the plot a bit predictable, but overall an entertaining diversion.

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Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of Agatha Christie's 1941 novel of the same name, which was written during the early years of World War II and reflects the anxieties of the time.

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