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Two Knew the Password
The 1920s. Count Kabardin, who emigrated to France, sends Colonel Lavrov to Russia with the aim of bringing his daughter Irina to Paris. Irina married Chekist Andrei Slavinsky and joined the revolution. Under the guise of a White Guard lieutenant, Andrei is sent to France. He carries out a secret intelligence mission. But Irina believes that her husband has died. The chairman of the Cheka, learning of Lavrov's visit, gives him the opportunity to take Irina to France and gives her a new assignment and a password for Andrei.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy businesswoman, Emily Graham, is found dead under mysterious circumstances. Her estranged daughter, Sarah, returns home to investigate her mother's death, suspecting foul play. As Sarah delves into her mother's life, she uncovers a web of secrets, potential suspects, and a hidden past that challenges everything she thought she knew.
Critical Reception
Critically, 'Two Knew the Password' received mixed reviews. While some praised the performances, particularly Lee Grant's, others found the plot convoluted and predictable. It was generally seen as a competent, albeit unremarkable, made-for-television mystery film of its era.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers a serviceable mystery plot with a few engaging performances.
Some critics found the pacing slow and the resolution unsatisfying.
Lee Grant's portrayal of the enigmatic Emily Graham was often highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Two Knew the Password' is not widely documented, but general sentiment suggests it was a standard TV mystery movie with some viewers appreciating the dramatic performances and suspenseful elements, while others found it less engaging than other films in the genre.
Fun Fact
The film was made for television and originally aired as part of CBS's movie-of-the-week programming.
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