Enter Inspector Duval
Enter Inspector Duval

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Enter Inspector Duval

1961
Movie
64 min
English

Inspector Duval comes to London to help crack the case of a socialite murdered during a jewel heist.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Charles FrendGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of baffling jewel thefts, which seem to be connected to a series of murders. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a complex plot involving a mysterious mastermind and a dangerous international conspiracy. The investigation leads him through the dark underbelly of the city, where deception and betrayal lurk around every corner.

Critical Reception

Enter Inspector Duval received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with critics often praising its suspenseful atmosphere and Anton Diffring's performance. While some found the plot occasionally predictable, others lauded its intricate twists and turns. The film is generally considered a solid entry in the crime thriller genre of the early 1960s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and suspenseful narrative.

  • Anton Diffring's performance as the enigmatic villain was a highlight for many.

  • Some viewers found the plot convoluted but ultimately engaging.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but reviews that exist often mention the film's effectiveness as a thrilling mystery with a strong central performance.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Case of the D.A.' by Arthur Derrick.

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