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Appointment for Murder
A woman has jumped or been pushed from five stories of an apartment house. The detective on the case lives there, and he discovers that the woman's estranged husband does also.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, unable to recall the events of the previous night after a party, finds herself implicated in a murder. With the help of her friends and a persistent detective, she must piece together the fragmented memories of the evening to prove her innocence and identify the real killer before she is arrested.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie of its era, 'Appointment for Murder' received moderate attention, generally serving its purpose as a quick, in-house mystery. Critics at the time noted its efficient pacing and standard genre elements, though it was not widely considered a standout film. Audience reception was typical for the period's lower-budget thrillers, offering a straightforward whodunit experience.
What Reviewers Say
Effective for its runtime, delivering a competent mystery.
Features a standard but engaging plot with some suspenseful moments.
Relies on familiar noir tropes, making it predictable for genre fans.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available from the period.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Monogram Pictures, a studio known for its low-budget productions, often referred to as 'B-movies'.
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