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Ganovenehre
In the crazy twenties, safecracker Orje is released from prison and, through the mediation of his friend Nelly, finds a job at the "Sparverein Biene". The honorable gentlemen train him as a pimp, but because he is bored, he starts an affair with Olga. Soon his colleagues are planning his murder.
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Plot Summary
A series of audacious jewel thefts plagues the city, leaving the police baffled. Inspector Flesch is assigned to the case and finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, double-crosses, and escalating danger. As he closes in on the culprits, he uncovers a sinister plot involving blackmail and murder, leading to a thrilling confrontation.
Critical Reception
Ganovenehre (Thieves' Honor) was a moderately successful German crime thriller of its era, appreciated for its suspenseful plot and competent direction within the popular Edgar Wallace film adaptations. While not considered a standout masterpiece, it provided solid entertainment for fans of the genre, praised for its twists and turns and effective atmosphere.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its intricate plot and suspenseful build-up.
Praised for its effective use of atmosphere and classic crime thriller tropes.
Seen as a solid entry in the German Edgar Wallace film series.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Edgar Wallace, a prolific British crime writer whose works were immensely popular in Germany and adapted into numerous successful films during the 1950s and 1960s.
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