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The Counterfeit Plan
An escaped murderer flees France to England, where he forces an ex-forger, now established as a reputable estate owner, and the forger's daughter who knew nothing of his past, to counterfeit 5-pound notes for mass distribution around the countryside.
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Plot Summary
A petty thief stumbles upon a sophisticated counterfeiting operation while serving time in prison. Upon his release, he becomes entangled with the gang, initially intending to profit from their scheme. However, he soon finds himself in over his head, caught between the criminals and the police, leading to a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
Critical Reception
The Counterfeit Plan was a modest crime thriller of its era, generally receiving a lukewarm reception from critics. It was noted for its straightforward plot and competent, if uninspired, execution of the crime genre tropes common in British cinema of the 1950s. Audiences likely found it a passable B-movie entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Competent, but unremarkable crime drama.
A standard B-movie thriller with a predictable plot.
Decent performances that elevate the material slightly.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot at Nettlefold Studios in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, a common location for many British productions of the period.
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