The Diplomatic Corpse
The Diplomatic Corpse

The Diplomatic Corpse

1958Movie65 minEnglish

London police and reporters from a local newspaper go after a gang of foreign criminals.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Arthur CrabtreeGenres: Crime, Mystery, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A diplomat is murdered in London, and the investigation uncovers a complex web of international intrigue. Inspector Davies of Scotland Yard must unravel the mystery, facing resistance from various foreign embassies and navigating a world of espionage and deception. The case becomes increasingly perilous as Davies delves deeper into the victim's clandestine activities.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of 'The Diplomatic Corpse' is sparse due to its age and relatively obscure status. It is generally considered a minor entry in the British film-noir genre, appreciated for its atmospheric tension and period detail, though not widely acclaimed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and suspenseful plot.
  • Noted for its competent direction within the film-noir conventions.
  • Considered a somewhat overlooked British crime thriller of the era.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this older film, making it difficult to gauge specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film features a young Charles Hawtrey in an early supporting role, a notable actor who would later become a beloved British comedy star.

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