A brash young lawyer takes a short-term, high-paying job as bodyguard for a slick business exec being threatened by a former partner, and quickly realizes he may be in over his head.
A wealthy industrialist hires a private detective to investigate the mysterious death of his partner, a famous scientist. As the detective delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, involving a beautiful femme fatale and the scientist's widow, all within the shadowy world of experimental medical research.
Released in the heyday of film noir, 'The Web' was a moderately received B-movie. It is often praised for its atmospheric visuals and suspenseful narrative, though some critics found its plot convoluted. It's generally considered a solid entry in the genre, notable for its effective use of shadow and light.
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The film features a relatively early portrayal of an electroencephalograph (EEG) machine, a device used to measure brain activity, which plays a significant role in the plot.
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