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The Smugglers
In the thirties, the poor living by the Romanian-Hungarian border were forced to smuggle if they wanted to survive. Mihály, a Hungarian peasant, kills a border guard while fleeing. He is fed up with smuggling and wants to put an end to it, yet he needs money to get a job, so he embarks on another turn.
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Plot Summary
A retired Scotland Yard inspector, facing financial ruin, takes on a private case investigating a smuggling ring operating on the Cornish coast. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that puts his life at risk. He must use his keen intellect to outwit the criminals and bring them to justice.
Critical Reception
The Smugglers is a lesser-known British crime thriller that received a mixed reception upon its release. While praised for its atmospheric suspense and Peter Cushing's performance, some critics found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. It is generally considered a decent, if unremarkable, entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its suspenseful atmosphere and Cushing's presence.
Criticized for a somewhat formulaic plot and inconsistent pacing.
A competent, if not groundbreaking, crime drama.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Cornwall, England, which helped to create a distinct and atmospheric setting for the smuggling activities.
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