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The Unwritten Code
A Nazi spy sneaks into the U.S., hoping to release hundreds of German prisoners. He fails, but not until plenty of bullets have been spent.
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Plot Summary
A young war widow, Peggy, struggles to prove the innocence of her brother, Jimmy, who is accused of murder. She believes he was framed by a group of racketeers. Peggy teams up with a crusading lawyer, Jack, to uncover the truth and expose the real criminals, facing danger at every turn.
Critical Reception
The Unwritten Code received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with critics often highlighting its suspenseful plot and the performances of its lead actors, though some found the narrative a bit predictable. It's considered a solid entry in the film noir genre of its time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its engaging mystery and tense atmosphere.
Carole Landis's performance as the determined sister was often singled out.
Some critics noted predictable plot points but appreciated the noir elements.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented or available through public Google review aggregation.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be titled 'The Lady of the Law' before being changed to 'The Unwritten Code'.
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