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Three-Fingered Detective
Being acquainted with the bride's uncle, a famed private detective is invited to a wedding ceremony. The groom's family is moneyed and owns large tracts of land. The bride is a former teacher and was rumoured to have had an affair, which explains why the groom's family opposed the union. On the night of the ceremony the bride and groom are killed in a sealed room. There is evidence left, however, as there is a hand print on the wall albeit with only the trace of three fingers.
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Plot Summary
A private detective, known for his missing finger, investigates a series of seemingly unrelated murders that are linked by a mysterious woman. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and danger involving high society and the criminal underworld. The detective must race against time to catch the killer before becoming the next victim.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Three-Fingered Detective' is scarce, as it was a relatively obscure B-movie from the era. Contemporary reviews, if they exist, are not widely preserved. However, films of this nature typically received mixed to negative reviews, often praised for their low-budget thrills but criticized for formulaic plots and uneven performances.
What Reviewers Say
A competently made, if unremarkable, B-movie mystery.
Features a standard noir plot with a few surprising twists.
The detective's missing finger gimmick is a memorable, if odd, detail.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Three-Fingered Detective' are virtually non-existent due to its limited release and obscurity. It's unlikely to find specific audience feedback from the time or retrospectively.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for its protagonist's distinctive physical characteristic, the 'three-fingered' aspect, which served as a visual hook and a potential plot device.
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