A Slight Case of Murder
Former bootlegger Remy Marco has a slight problem with foreclosing bankers, a prospective son-in-law, and four hard-to-explain corpses.
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Plot Summary
A reformed gangster, now a successful lemonade tycoon, is plagued by nightmares of his past criminal life. His fears are realized when a former associate returns, demanding that the gangster resume his old ways. To prove he's changed, he concocts an elaborate scheme involving a fake murder, which spirals out of control when a real detective becomes suspicious.
Critical Reception
A Slight Case of Murder was generally well-received by critics for its inventive premise and humorous take on the gangster genre. Audiences appreciated the blend of suspense and comedy, making it a popular film of its time.
What Reviewers Say
- Edward G. Robinson delivers a surprisingly comedic performance as a reformed gangster.
- The film cleverly subverts gangster tropes with a witty script.
- A satisfying blend of suspenseful plot and laugh-out-loud moments.
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Fun Fact
The film is a remake of the 1935 film 'Gangs of Chicago' and was later remade as 'The Return of October' in 1948 and 'Key Witness' in 1947.
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