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A jealous musician kills his wife and frames a cab driver.
A returning Korean War veteran, suffering from amnesia, finds himself embroiled in a criminal conspiracy. He is haunted by fragmented memories and pursued by dangerous individuals who believe he holds a crucial secret. As he tries to piece together his past, he must navigate a treacherous world of deceit and betrayal to uncover the truth about his identity and the plot he's unwillingly part of.
Upon its release, 'Stolen Identity' received moderate critical attention, praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and a compelling performance from Robert Mitchum. While not a major box office success, it has since been recognized as a solid example of film noir, appreciated for its tight pacing and noir conventions.
Praised for its noir atmosphere and suspense.
Robert Mitchum delivers a strong, brooding performance.
A well-paced thriller with a convoluted but engaging plot.
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The film was originally titled 'The Captive' and was part of a double feature with 'The Steel Fist' upon its initial release.
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There's quite a lot going on in this complex thriller. Fairly quickly we realise that "Karen" (Joan Camden) is unhappily married to concert pianist "Claude" (Francis Lederer). Unfortunately, her maid isn't very trustworthy and so a note sug...