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A Shriek in the Night

193366 minUnited States
RomanceCrimeMystery
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Original language
English
This copy runs
66:37
Subtitles
English

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Synopsis

Two rival reporters pursue the death of a wealthy man who fell from his penthouse. Evidence of murder turns the building's residents into suspects. As further deaths follow, professional competition becomes an increasingly dangerous investigation conducted at close quarters.

Cast

DirectorsAlbert Ray

Behind the scenes

The film was made by independent Allied Pictures and became its best-known release. Ginger Rogers and Lyle Talbot carry the mixture of reporting, romantic friction and mystery.

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