The Man Who Died Twice
The Man Who Died Twice

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The Man Who Died Twice

1958
Movie
70 min
English

An innocent nightclub singer becomes mixed up in illegal drug dealings shortly after witnessing her husband's death and the murder of a couple of narcotics agents.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Arthur LubinGenres: Mystery, Film-Noir, Crime

Plot Summary

A man suffering from amnesia after a boating accident discovers he has been framed for murder. He must race against time to clear his name and uncover the truth about his past before the police catch him, all while dealing with a femme fatale who seems to know more than she lets on.

Critical Reception

The Man Who Died Twice was a low-budget B-movie that received minimal critical attention upon its release. It is generally regarded as a competent, albeit unremarkable, entry in the film-noir genre, often noted for its fast pace and familiar plot elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard, no-frills noir thriller.

  • Features a plot that is both convoluted and predictable.

  • Relies heavily on genre tropes without much innovation.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment indicates it's a typical example of 1950s crime dramas, appreciated by fans of the genre for its suspense, though not considered a standout.

Fun Fact

The film was shot quickly and on a tight budget, typical for many B-movies produced in Hollywood during the late 1950s.

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