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Alibi (1929)

"A hair-curling thriller vibrant with the pulse of the underworld, asparkle with the glamour of the New York night clubs."

6.019291h 31mEN
CrimeDrama

Directed by Roland West

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

April 20, 1929

Director

Roland West

Overview

Chick Williams, a prohibition gangster, rejoins his mob soon after being released from prison. When a policeman is murdered during a robbery, he falls under suspicion. The gangster took Joan, a policeman's daughter, to the theater, sneaked out during the intermission to commit the crime, then used h...

Cast

Chester Morris

Chester Morris

Chick Williams

Eleanor Griffith

Eleanor Griffith

Joan Manning Williams

Purnell Pratt

Purnell Pratt

Sgt. Pete Manning

Pat O'Malley

Pat O'Malley

Detective Sgt. Tommy Glennon

Regis Toomey

Regis Toomey

Danny McGann

Harry Stubbs

Harry Stubbs

Buck Bachman

Mae Busch

Mae Busch

Daisy Thomas

Irma Harrison

Irma Harrison

Toots

Elmer Ballard

Elmer Ballard

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Al Hill

Al Hill

Brown - a Crook

James Bradbury Jr.

James Bradbury Jr.

Blake - a Crook

Kernan Cripps

Kernan Cripps

Trask - Plainclothesman

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Alibi (1929), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Chick Williams, a prohibition gangster, rejoins his mob soon after being released from prison. When a policeman is murdered during a robbery, he falls under suspicion. The gangster took Joan, a policeman's daughter, to the theater, sneaked out during the intermission to commit the crime, then used her to support his alibi. The detective squad employs its most sophisticated and barbaric techniques, including planting an undercover agent in the gang, to bring him to justice.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Alibi. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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