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Strange Affair
Eminent psychiatrist Dr. Brenner invites cartoonist Bill Harrison and his wife, Jack, to a banquet honoring war refugees. Bill volunteers to pick up fellow psychiatrist Dr. Baumler at the train station, but the man vanishes when he has Bill stop so he can use a pay phone. At the dinner, Bill and Jack are seated with Brenner's daughter, Freda, and, to Bill's surprise, another man is introduced as Baumler -- who dies moments later.
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Plot Summary
A lawyer, on the run from the law for a crime he didn't commit, must uncover the real killer to clear his name. He finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger as he races against time to expose the truth before he is apprehended.
Critical Reception
Strange Affair received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its suspenseful atmosphere and performances, others found the plot to be convoluted and predictable. It is generally considered a B-movie of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praiseworthy for its atmospheric tension and noir elements.
Criticized for a sometimes confusing and improbable storyline.
Solid performances from the cast, particularly Gene Lockhart.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this 1944 film.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Case of the Haunted Hairpin' before being changed to 'Strange Affair'.
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