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Between Eleven and Midnight
Between eleven o’clock and midnight one evening, a notorious trafficker Jérôme Vidauban is shot whilst walking in a tunnel in Paris. The case is assigned to Inspector Carrel, who is Vidauban’s perfect double. Using his resemblance to the arch criminal, Carrel manages to infiltrate in Vidauban’s circle of acquaintances and contacts. He becomes embroiled in a bizarre web of intrigue and discovers no shortage of possible murder suspects, all of whom appear to be surprised to see him still alive.
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Plot Summary
A struggling private detective takes on a case involving a wealthy businessman's missing wife and a mysterious nightclub singer. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, blackmail, and murder, forcing him to confront his own moral compromises. The investigation leads him through the shadowy underbelly of the city, where danger lurks around every corner.
Critical Reception
Between Eleven and Midnight received a mixed-to-positive reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric noir elements and competent direction, others found the plot convoluted and the performances somewhat uninspired. It is generally considered a B-movie within the film-noir genre, appreciated more for its mood and dedication to the conventions of the era than for groundbreaking storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its effective noir atmosphere and moody cinematography.
Criticized for a sometimes convoluted and predictable plot.
Competent, if unremarkable, performances from the lead actors.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by Robert L. Lippert, a prolific producer of B-movies during the 1940s and 1950s, often for Monogram Pictures and later Lippert Pictures.
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