In the Name of the Law
The story is about a drug ring and the finally successful efforts of the Paris police to break it up. A young detective goes into a den in Paris' Chinatown, following a clue, and that is the last seen of him until his body is found floating in the Seine several days later. The only clue is a woman's glove. The dead man's friends on the force vow to avenge him, and receive information leading them to suspect one Sandra, a beautiful foreigner, played by the stunning Marcelle Chantal.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Au nom de la loi |
| Year | 1932 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Crime, Drama |
| Director | Maurice Tourneur |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.9/10 (8 votes) |
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In the Name of the Law has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.9/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1932. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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