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A man known to be a mute is suspected of committing a murder, as he was noticed at the scene. However, witnesses saw and heard him talking as he was leaving the scene of the crime. The police must determine if he is the actual killer or if he is being framed.
A young woman, desperate to escape her past, assumes a new identity and works as a cigarette girl in a nightclub. She becomes entangled with a gangster who believes she is the key to a hidden fortune. As she navigates this dangerous world, her true identity and past secrets threaten to unravel her carefully constructed life.
Upon its release, 'The Sphinx' received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its atmospheric suspense and Katharine Hepburn's performance, while others found the plot somewhat convoluted and predictable. Audiences generally found it to be an engaging, if not groundbreaking, thriller of its era.
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and Katharine Hepburn's compelling performance.
Criticized by some for a plot that could be difficult to follow at times.
Considered a solid, if unspectacular, mystery-drama from the early 1930s.
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None notable.
This film marked one of Katharine Hepburn's earlier roles, showcasing her burgeoning talent before she became a major Hollywood star.
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Lionel Atwill is "Jerome Breen" - a deaf mute accused of murder on the basis that he was heard speaking at the scene of the crime. When doctors confirm that to have been impossible, he is acquitted - but not everyone believes him. Reporter ...