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A Night of Madness
Jacqueline took one of her friends to a place where tourists, informants, girls, pimps and Apaches rub shoulders. Her husband, who watches over her, after having corrected Julot and Frize, is considered an ace at the Bal des Terreurs. He thus finds the love of his wife.
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Plot Summary
A young man inherits a reputedly haunted mansion and decides to spend a night there to prove the ghost is fake. He invites his girlfriend and a detective to join him. Their night takes a turn when strange occurrences and mysterious characters begin to appear, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural, and potentially putting their lives in danger.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie from the early 1930s, 'A Night of Madness' received moderate reviews for its entertaining blend of comedy and mystery. Critics at the time often praised its quick pacing and the lighthearted performances, although some noted the predictable plot elements typical of the genre. Audiences generally found it a diverting and spooky, yet amusing, experience for its time.
What Reviewers Say
Enjoyable mix of lighthearted comedy and spooky mystery elements.
Paced well for a B-movie, keeping audiences engaged.
Performances are adequate, though the plot offers few surprises.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a double feature program in many theaters, a common practice during the Golden Age of Hollywood for B-movies.
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