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Accused of Murder
A group of drunken young people severely beat the couple in love. Subsequently, Aleksandr Shchetinin died in the hospital after receiving injuries from beatings. The court, chaired by Judge Khromova, is to pronounce the death sentence on one of the four participants in the fight, who committed the fatal blow that led to death.
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Plot Summary
A timid accountant is wrongly accused of murdering his wife. He must go on the run and try to clear his name while evading the police and the real killer. The film follows his increasingly desperate attempts to uncover the truth behind the murder and expose the actual perpetrator.
Critical Reception
Accused of Murder received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some critics appreciated its attempt at a suspenseful thriller, many found the plot predictable and the performances uneven. The film is often seen as a minor entry in the British crime genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak script and unconvincing characterizations.
Despite a few tense moments, the mystery element fails to be compelling.
A rather forgettable entry in the British crime thriller genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally reflect a lack of strong engagement with the film's plot or characters, often citing it as slow-paced and uninspired.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of the few dramatic roles for Frankie Howerd, who was primarily known for his comedic performances.
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