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The Disappearance of Harry
Harry Webster (David Lyon) is an apparently normal husband and father who resides in contemporary Nottingham, England, which was once host to a flourishing textile industry. One day, Harry leaves his house and vanishes. A note he left behind alludes to a double life he no longer wishes to lead. His wife Liz (Annette Crosbie) conducts a search for her husband. Her findings raise a disturbing question: Did Harry have anything to do with a series of recent factory bombings?
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Plot Summary
A successful advertising executive travels to a remote island to investigate the mysterious disappearance of her husband, Harry. As she delves deeper into the events surrounding his vanishing, she uncovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and a potential murder plot involving a charming local doctor.
Critical Reception
This made-for-television mystery film received a mixed to positive reception, appreciated for its suspenseful plot and the lead performance of Victoria Principal. However, some critics found the pacing to be uneven and the resolution somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its engaging mystery and Victoria Principal's strong performance.
Some viewers found the plot predictable and the resolution unsatisfying.
The film effectively builds suspense, drawing audiences into the investigation.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but available comments suggest viewers enjoyed the suspenseful nature of the mystery and the performances, though some felt the storyline lacked originality.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a feature film but was later adapted into a made-for-television movie.
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