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City in Darkness (1939)

"PARIS! BLACKOUT!...but there's no blackout for crime...and the great detective is commandeered!"

6.419391h 15mEN
CrimeThrillerMystery

Directed by Herbert I. Leeds

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 15m

Language

EN

Release

November 15, 1939

Director

Herbert I. Leeds

Overview

Chan, in Paris for a reunion with friends from World War I, becomes involved in investigating the murder of a munitions manufacturer who was supplying arms to the enemy, even as the rising clouds of World War II force the city into nightly blackout status..

Cast

Sidney Toler

Sidney Toler

Charlie Chan

Harold Huber

Harold Huber

Police Inspector Marcel Spivak

Pedro de Cordoba

Pedro de Cordoba

Antoine

Lynn Bari

Lynn Bari

Marie Dubon

Richard Clarke

Richard Clarke

Tony Madero

Dorothy Tree

Dorothy Tree

Charlotte Ronnell

Noel Madison

Noel Madison

Belescu

Leo G. Carroll

Leo G. Carroll

Louis Santelle

C. Henry Gordon

C. Henry Gordon

Prefect of Police J. Romaine

Louis Mercier

Louis Mercier

Gentleman Max

George Davis

George Davis

Alex

Barbara Leonard

Barbara Leonard

Lola

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into City in Darkness (1939), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Chan, in Paris for a reunion with friends from World War I, becomes involved in investigating the murder of a munitions manufacturer who was supplying arms to the enemy, even as the rising clouds of World War II force the city into nightly blackout status..

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of City in Darkness. 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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