Jury's Evidence
Jury's Evidence

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Jury's Evidence

1936
Movie
74 min
English

The Foreman of an Old Bailey jury refuses to accept circumstantial evidence and helps solve murder case.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Walter S. FordGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young district attorney, eager to make a name for himself, pursues a murder case against a wealthy socialite. Despite mounting evidence, he suspects a deeper conspiracy is at play, involving prominent city officials. He must navigate political pressure and uncover the truth before the accused woman is wrongly convicted.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie from the era, 'Jury's Evidence' received modest reviews, often praised for its fast pacing and competent handling of a familiar crime narrative. Critics noted its straightforward approach to the courtroom drama genre, with some acknowledging its effectiveness despite its limited budget and scope.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brisk pacing and efficient storytelling.

  • A competently executed, if formulaic, courtroom drama.

  • Lacked the depth for significant critical acclaim but entertained as a programmer.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this particular film is scarce due to its age and status as a B-movie, making it difficult to summarize specific audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Monogram Pictures, a studio known for its low-budget 'B' pictures that often filled the bottom half of double feature bills during the Golden Age of Hollywood.

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