This Gun for Hire (1942)
Directed by Frank Tuttle. Starring Alan Ladd and Veronica Lake, the film unfolds a tale of intrigue, betrayal, and redemption. Raven (Alan Ladd), a cold and efficient hitman, finds himself embroiled in a web of espionage and crime.
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Sunset Boulevard (1950)
Directed by Billy Wilder. This noir masterpiece unfolds the gripping tale of an unsuccessful screenwriter, Joe Gillis, who stumbles upon the decaying mansion of faded silent film star Norma Desmond. As their lives become entwined in a sinister dance between illusion and reality, "Sunset Blvd" explores the dark underbelly of the entertainment industry and the consequences of unfulfilled dreams.
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Framed (1947)
Directed by Richard Wallace. Starring Glenn Ford as Mike Lambert, the movie follows an innocent man who becomes entangled in a web of deceit when he stumbles upon a murdered man and a large sum of money. Framed for the crime he didn't commit, Lambert must navigate a dangerous world of corruption and double-crosses to clear his name.
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Dear Murderer (1957)
Directed by Arthur Crabtree. The film follows the tense story of Jonathan Cooper, a successful but morally compromised barrister who becomes entangled in a murder plot. When Cooper's extramarital affair turns deadly, he finds himself accused of the crime.
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The October Man (1947)
Directed by Roy Ward Baker. Starring John Mills, the film tells the story of Jim Ackland, a man recovering from a traumatic accident that left him emotionally scarred and accused of causing a fatal fire. Released from a psychiatric institution, Ackland attempts to rebuild his life in a new community.
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Big Town After Dark (1947)
Directed by William C. Thomas, featuring the intrepid newspaper editor Steve Wilson and his fearless reporter, Lorelei Kilbourne. As they delve into the seedy underworld of the city, the duo uncovers a web of corruption and intrigue. The plot thickens as they race against time to expose the criminal elements preying on the innocent.
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Shock (1946)
Directed by Alfred L. Werker. The movie unfolds a gripping narrative as Dr. Cross, played by Vincent Price, becomes embroiled in a murder mystery. Driven by suspense and psychological tension, the plot takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious woman arrives at Dr. Cross's psychiatric clinic, revealing a connection to a brutal murder.
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The Pay Off (1935)
Directed by Robert Florey. The movie revolves around Jim Lanigan, a newspaper reporter played by Lowell Sherman, who finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of corruption and criminality. When Lanigan stumbles upon a hot scoop involving a gangster's secret activities, he becomes a target for both the police and the criminal underworld.
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The Sleeping Tiger (1954)
"The Sleeping Tiger" is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the complex dynamics between a charismatic criminal, Frank Clemmons, and a renowned psychiatrist, Dr. Clive Esmond. When Frank attempts a daring robbery and ends up in Dr. Esmond's care, the film delves into the intriguing power play between the two characters. As the psychiatrist tries to unravel the reasons behind Frank's criminal behavior, a tense and suspenseful cat-and-mouse game unfolds.
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The World Gone Mad (1933)
Directed by Christy Cabanne. The film revolves around the murder investigation of a prominent and influential newspaper publisher named Hubert Ward. Detective Mike Cardiff, played by Pat O'Brien, is assigned to solve the case, and as he delves into the mystery, he uncovers a web of corruption and conspiracy within the highest echelons of society.
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The Killers (1946)
Directed by Robert Siodmak, based on Ernest Hemingway's short story. The story begins with two hitmen arriving in a small town to kill an ex-boxer named Ole "The Swede" Andersen. When they succeed, insurance investigator Jim Reardon sets out to uncover why The Swede, seemingly resigned to his fate, didn't resist his own murder. As Reardon investigates, he uncovers a tangled web of crime, deceit, and a femme fatale named Kitty Collins, who played a pivotal role in The Swede's downfall.
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Double Indemnity (1944)
Directed by Billy Wilder, based on the novel by James M. Cain. The story follows insurance salesman Walter Neff, who becomes entangled in a dark plot with seductive housewife Phyllis Dietrichson. They conspire to murder Phyllis's husband and make it appear as an accident to collect the insurance money. However, as their plan unravels, they find themselves ensnared in a web of deception, suspicion, and betrayal.
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Killer's Kiss (1955)
Directed by Stanley Kubrick. The film follows the tumultuous life of a washed-up boxer, Davey Gordon, who finds himself ensnared in a web of intrigue when he becomes involved with the enigmatic Gloria.
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The Night of the Hunter (1955)
Directed by Charles Laughton, is a haunting and atmospheric thriller. The story follows the sinister Reverend Harry Powell, played by Robert Mitchum, a cunning and charismatic preacher with the words "love" and "hate" tattooed on his fingers. Powell marries a vulnerable widow to get to her hidden money, but her children become aware of his malevolent intentions.
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Key Largo (1948)
Directed by John Huston, is a gripping film noir set in a Florida hotel during a fierce storm. War veteran Frank McCloud visits the hotel run by the disillusioned Nora Temple, the widow of his deceased army friend. The hotel soon becomes a tense battleground when a group of gangsters led by the menacing Johnny Rocco takes over, seeking refuge from the storm. Trapped by the weather and outnumbered, McCloud must navigate a dangerous game of wits with Rocco to protect the guests and overcome the criminals.
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Timetable (1956)
Directed by Mark Stevens. The story unfolds as a train dispatcher, Joe Newton, inadvertently becomes involved in a heist when he overhears plans for a robbery over a phone call. Joe struggles with the decision to report the conversation to the authorities as he fears his wife may have been inadvertently involved.
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I Love Trouble (1948)
Directed by S. Sylvan Simon. The story follows crime reporter Stuart Bailey as he investigates the murder of a prominent businessman. Bailey digs deeper, uncovering a web of deceit and conspiracy involving the victim's wife, his business partner, and a corrupt attorney.
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Cause for Alarm! (1951)
Directed by Tay Garnett. The film centers on Ellen Jones, played by Loretta Young, a devoted wife whose life is turned upside down when her manipulative husband George, portrayed by Barry Sullivan, frames her for a murder he committed. As Ellen desperately tries to prove her innocence to the police and uncover her husband's treacherous plan, she finds herself trapped in a nerve-wracking battle against time.
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Convict's Code (1939)
Directed by Lambert Hillyer. The film revolves around an innocent man, Ross, who is wrongly accused and sentenced for a crime he didn’t commit. While serving his time, Ross becomes embroiled in a conflict between the corrupt prison officials and the prisoners seeking justice. Determined to prove his innocence and expose the corruption within the prison, Ross faces numerous challenges and dangers.
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The Big Combo (1955)
Directed by Joseph H. Lewis. The story follows Police Lieutenant Leonard Diamond, determined to take down a notorious crime boss named Mr. Brown. Diamond becomes obsessed with bringing Brown to justice, despite the mobster's evasive maneuvers and his own department's reluctance. As the pursuit intensifies, Diamond's investigation uncovers dark secrets, betrayal, and a twisted love triangle involving Brown's girlfriend Susan.
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Trapped (1949)
Directed by Richard Fleischer. The story revolves around counterfeiter Tris Stewart, who's captured by the U.S. Treasury Department. Stewart agrees to help the authorities track down his former associates in exchange for a reduced sentence and a chance to start anew with his girlfriend Laurie. However, the criminal underworld poses a constant threat as Stewart risks his life to gather evidence against his former partners.
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The Hoodlum (1951)
This classic film follows the story of a young man, Vincent, who turns from a life of crime to the path of redemption after a life-altering incident. As he struggles to leave his criminal past behind, Vincent's journey is riddled with challenges and moral dilemmas.
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Please Murder Me (1956)
Directed by Peter Godfrey. The story centers on defense attorney Craig Carlson, played by Raymond Burr, who is approached by his longtime friend Joe Leeds. Leeds confesses to Carlson that he killed a man in self-defense, and he wants Carlson to take on his case. As the trial progresses, a complex web of deceit, love triangles, and unexpected revelations surfaces, putting Carlson in a moral and legal quandary.
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D.O.A. (1955)
Directed by Rudolph Maté. The story follows Frank Bigelow, a small-town accountant who discovers he has been poisoned with a slow-acting toxin and has only days to live. Determined to find out who poisoned him and why, Bigelow embarks on a frantic investigation through San Francisco's seedy underworld.
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Walk the Dark Street (1956)
A big-game hunter seeks revenge upon the Army officer whom he believes caused the death of his brother.
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