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Movie poster: This Side of the Law (1950)
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This Side of the Law

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1950 · 74 min Crime
4.5 / 10 · TMDB

A man - trapped in a cistern - reflects on the dark events that lead to his lonely entrapment. Told in flashback, we witness his chance encounter with a nefarious lawyer who persuades him to impersonate a wealthy man who went missing 7 years ago.

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Year 1950
Country United States of America
Genre Crime
Director Richard L. Bare
Runtime 74 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.5/10 (15 votes)

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This Side of the Law is an acquired taste at 4.5/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1950. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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