Special Agent
Special Agent

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Special Agent

1935
Movie
76 min
English

A reporter turned tax agent infiltrates a crime ring to catch a racketeer, working with the mobster's bookkeeper. When she agrees to testify, an informant exposes them and she's kidnapped.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: William KeighleyGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former detective, now working as a private investigator, goes undercover for the government to bust a counterfeit ring. He finds himself drawn into the dangerous world of organized crime, facing threats and betrayals as he tries to expose the culprits. His investigation leads him through a series of suspenseful encounters and narrow escapes, testing his loyalty and resourcefulness.

Critical Reception

Released in 1935, "Special Agent" received moderate attention for its straightforward crime narrative and decent performances, particularly from Ricardo Cortez. While not a groundbreaking film, it was generally seen as a competent B-movie thriller that delivered on its promise of suspense and action for audiences of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast pacing and engaging plot.

  • Ricardo Cortez's performance as the determined investigator was a highlight.

  • A solid, albeit predictable, crime thriller from the 1930s.

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Fun Fact

Ricardo Cortez, who plays the lead role of Bill D'Arcy, was known for his suave persona and often portrayed charming but morally ambiguous characters throughout his career in the 1920s and 1930s.

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