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Escape from Broadmoor
A maniac killer returns to the scene of a ten-year-old crime, only to find the ghost of a murdered servant girl waiting to exact her revenge.
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Plot Summary
A young doctor is framed for a crime he didn't commit and sent to the notorious Broadmoor Criminal Lunatic Asylum. While inside, he navigates the dangerous environment, trying to prove his innocence and find a way to escape before his sanity is compromised. He must outwit both the prison authorities and the inmates.
Critical Reception
This British crime drama is a lesser-known entry in the film noir genre. While it effectively captures the bleak atmosphere of its setting, it is generally regarded as a B-movie with a straightforward plot and predictable twists. Performances are functional, and the direction is competent but not groundbreaking.
What Reviewers Say
Competent, but unremarkable B-movie thriller.
Features a standard crime plot with limited surprises.
The film noir atmosphere is present but not deeply explored.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce for this older film, but available comments suggest it's a serviceable crime drama for fans of the genre, though not a standout.
Fun Fact
The film was shot at Bray Studios in Berkshire, England, which later became famous for Hammer Horror productions.
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