Earthbound
Earthbound

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Earthbound

1940
Movie
67 min
English

A murdered man helps his widow bring his killer to justice.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Melville ShyerGenres: Drama, Mystery, Romance

Plot Summary

A young writer, burdened by a tragic past, finds himself drawn into a mysterious situation involving a woman who claims to be his deceased wife. As he delves deeper, he uncovers secrets and confronts his own sanity.

Critical Reception

Critically, "Earthbound" received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with many praising its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors. However, some critics found the plot convoluted at times. Audiences generally responded well to its dramatic and mysterious elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and engaging mystery.

  • Performances by the lead cast were highlighted as strong.

  • Some viewers found the plot's resolution to be less than satisfying.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the Thorne Smith novel of the same name, which explored themes of reincarnation and identity, though the film adaptation significantly altered the narrative.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I quite enjoyed this daft little crime caper. "Nick" (Warner Baxter) has been shot, stone dead as a dodo - and his pal "Jeff" (Henry Wilcoxon) looks set to swing for it. Thing is, he didn't do it. We know he didn't - he is just covering for...