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A Dangerous Game
Detectives Dick Williams and Andy McAllister find themselves trying to solve several crimes at an isolated mentally-ill hospital, where the patients range from slightly daffy to criminally insane, and they don't know which is which. A gang is out to steal a fortune inherited by one of the patients and, before Dick and Andy solve the case, several patients are transferred to the cemetery. And 'tiddlie-winks" are indeed involved.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck private investigator takes on a seemingly simple case of a missing heiress. However, he quickly finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, murder, and a conspiracy that goes far beyond a simple disappearance. As he delves deeper, he must race against time to uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
Released during a prolific period for B-movies, "A Dangerous Game" received modest attention for its intricate plot and noir atmosphere. While not a critical darling, it was appreciated by audiences for its suspenseful storytelling and effective use of the genre's tropes. It remains a solid example of a pre-war crime thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its complex, if sometimes convoluted, plot.
Noted for its effective establishment of a dark, suspenseful atmosphere.
Considered a well-executed example of the era's crime thrillers.
Google audience: Audience reception for "A Dangerous Game" is not widely documented through Google reviews. However, films of this era and genre typically garnered appreciation for their engaging crime narratives and suspenseful elements.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Producers Releasing Corporation (PRC), which was known for its low-budget "B-movies" and often worked with tight production schedules and budgets.
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