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Anatomy of a Crime (1969)

6.019691h 45mEN
TV MovieDramaCrimeMystery

Directed by John Peyser

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

EN

Release

June 13, 1969

Director

John Peyser

Overview

Private detective David Ross has two apparently unconnected cases to investigate in the same day. In the first he is hired by a millionaire who paid a large ransom for his kidnapped daughter twelve years before, but she was never seen again. Now a woman has come forward who claims the young girl she...

Cast

Darren McGavin

Darren McGavin

David Ross

Ted Knight

Ted Knight

Nick Ames

Simon Scott

Simon Scott

George Harrington

Read Morgan

Read Morgan

Lacey

Dorothy Green

Dorothy Green

Margaret Harrington

Noah Keen

Noah Keen

Lt. Kernig

Ben Murphy

Ben Murphy

Patrick Forrester

Mary Jo Deschanel

Mary Jo Deschanel

Marcie

Jean Carson

Jean Carson

Mary Potter

Eve McVeagh

Eve McVeagh

Mrs. Forrester

Gordon Jump

Gordon Jump

Carl

George N. Neise

George N. Neise

Brad Elston

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Anatomy of a Crime (1969), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Private detective David Ross has two apparently unconnected cases to investigate in the same day. In the first he is hired by a millionaire who paid a large ransom for his kidnapped daughter twelve years before, but she was never seen again. Now a woman has come forward who claims the young girl she raised is the millionaire's missing daughter. Later, Ross is contacted by a retired burlesque dancer who's about to publish her memoirs and possibly reveal the secrets of some important people, but someone is determined to stop her.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Anatomy of a Crime. 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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