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It is the Christmas Holidays and reformed thief, Boston Blackie goes to Castle Theater to pick up players who will perform for prisoners that are still in prison. He takes a girl with him who has a brother already in prison. She has visited the prison twice in the month, so is not suppose to visit again. However when the group is completed the girl is included as well as Inspector Farrady. One of the clowns in the show is kidnapped and replaced by a con who wants to get even with two ex-partners. Boston Blackie figures out that a con has replaced one of his clowns but is unable to stop him. Blackie's clothes are stolen and a murder is committed. Of course, the Inspector immediately suspects Blackie of being involved. Now it is Blackie's job to find the killer, exonerate himself and help the girl free her brother.
This fast-paced crime drama follows the exploits of "Boston" Blackie, a suave ex-convict who uses his considerable charm and wit to solve crimes and outsmart the authorities. In this installment, Blackie becomes entangled in a case involving a stolen diamond necklace and a desperate woman seeking to clear her father's name. As usual, he finds himself on the wrong side of the law, pursued by the determined Inspector Farraday.
The 'Boston Blackie' series, though not critically lauded in its time, was a popular B-movie franchise known for its engaging plots and charismatic lead. "Alias Boston Blackie" is often cited as one of the stronger entries, praised for its efficient storytelling and Chester Morris's enduring performance.
A solid entry in the B-movie crime genre.
Chester Morris shines as the debonair "Boston" Blackie.
The plot is engaging and moves at a brisk pace.
Google audience: Audience reception for this specific film is not readily available, but the "Boston Blackie" series generally appealed to viewers looking for straightforward crime entertainment.
The character of Boston Blackie originated in a series of short stories by Jack Boyle, and the film series was a significant part of Columbia Pictures' output during the 1940s.
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"Blackie" (Chester Morris) starts off this crime drama - on a bus driven by Lloyd Bridges - by doing a little bit of compering at a prison where the Christmas entertainment revolves around a magic booth! Of course, one of the prisoners esca...