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Alias Boston Blackie (1942)

"Blackie's got an eye-full of alibi... but cops don't believe in looks!"

5.519421h 7mEN
Mystery

Directed by Lew Landers

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 7m

Language

EN

Release

April 2, 1942

Director

Lew Landers

Overview

It is the Christmas Holidays and reformed thief, Boston Blackie goes to Castle Theater to pick up players who will perform for prisoners that are still in prison. He takes a girl with him who has a brother already in prison. She has visited the prison twice in the month, so is not suppose to visit a...

Cast

Chester Morris

Chester Morris

Boston Blackie

Adele Mara

Adele Mara

Eve Sanders

Richard Lane

Richard Lane

Inspector Farraday

George E. Stone

George E. Stone

The Runt

Lloyd Corrigan

Lloyd Corrigan

Arthur Manleder

Walter Sande

Walter Sande

Detective Mathews

Larry Parks

Larry Parks

Joe Trilby

George McKay

George McKay

Roggi McKay

Cy Kendall

Cy Kendall

Jumbo Madigan

Paul Fix

Paul Fix

Steve Caveroni

Ben Taggart

Ben Taggart

Warden

Ernie Adams

Ernie Adams

Pop - Stage Doorman (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Alias Boston Blackie (1942), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

It is the Christmas Holidays and reformed thief, Boston Blackie goes to Castle Theater to pick up players who will perform for prisoners that are still in prison. He takes a girl with him who has a brother already in prison. She has visited the prison twice in the month, so is not suppose to visit again. However when the group is completed the girl is included as well as Inspector Farrady. One of the clowns in the show is kidnapped and replaced by a con who wants to get even with two ex-partners. Boston Blackie figures out that a con has replaced one of his clowns but is unable to stop him. Blackie's clothes are stolen and a murder is committed. Of course, the Inspector immediately suspects Blackie of being involved. Now it is Blackie's job to find the killer, exonerate himself and help the girl free her brother.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Alias Boston Blackie. 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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