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It all begins when the wealthy real estate shark Gordon Stuart is murdered in a lonely villa by his wife Diana and his closest collaborator Mark Paxton. When Mark wants to get rid of the corpse, it suddenly disappears. A nerve-wracking game of "cat and mouse" turns the perpetrators into victims. Inspector Clay investigates and soon stumbles across more corpses
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Plot Summary
A wealthy industrialist's family is targeted by a mysterious blackmailer. As the threats escalate, the family finds themselves entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, with their fortune and lives at stake. The police investigation uncovers a web of deceit and hidden motives, leading to a shocking revelation.
Critical Reception
The film was a moderately successful thriller in Germany, appreciated for its suspenseful plot and effective direction. While not a major international hit, it was noted for its solid performances and atmospheric tension, typical of crime dramas of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful narrative and tense atmosphere.
Noted for its competent direction and engaging performances.
A solid entry in the German crime thriller genre of the 1970s.
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Fun Fact
Wolfgang Staudte, the director, was a prominent figure in post-war German cinema, known for films like 'The Murderers Are Among Us'.
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