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Melodrama set in Victorian Brighton. Scheming pub landlady uses the timorous son of a domineering pharmacist to assist in the poisoning of her drunkard husband. (The title is from the way pharmacists used to wrap parcels containing poison).
In Victorian London, a respectable doctor finds his life turned upside down when his younger brother, a petty criminal, seeks refuge in his home after a botched robbery. The doctor, initially hesitant, becomes entangled in his brother's dangerous world, leading to a web of deceit, blackmail, and murder. As the situation escalates, the doctor must confront his own moral compromises and the dark underbelly of society.
Pink String and Sealing Wax was a modest success upon its release, appreciated for its atmospheric portrayal of Victorian London and its effective blend of crime and drama. While not a major critical darling, it is recognized as a notable early British film noir, praised for its suspenseful plotting and strong performances, particularly from Googie Withers.
Praised for its atmospheric depiction of Victorian London.
Noted for its effective suspense and crime drama elements.
Googie Withers delivers a memorable performance.
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The film's title is derived from a line in the poem 'The Raven' by Edgar Allan Poe, though the poem itself is not directly related to the film's plot.
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Dastardly Doings At The Dolphin Pink String and Sealing Wax is directed by Robert Hamer and adapted to screen by Diana Morgan from the play written by Roland Pertweee. It stars Mervyn Johns, Googie Withers, Gordon Jackson, Jean Ireland a...