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Murder at the Vanities

1934 · 89 min Music Mystery Comedy
5.5 / 10 · TMDB

Shortly before the curtain goes up the first time at the latest performance of Earl Carroll's Vanities, someone is attempting to injure the leading lady Ann Ware, who wants to marry leading man Eric Lander. Stage manager Jack Ellery calls in his friend, policeman Bill Murdock, to help him investigate. Bill thinks Jack is offering to let him see the show from an unusual viewpoint after he forgot to get him tickets for the performance, but then they find the corpse of a murdered woman and Bill immediately suspects Eric of the crime.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1934
Country United States of America
Genre Music, Mystery, Comedy
Director Mitchell Leisen
Runtime 89 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.5/10 (11 votes)

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Murder at the Vanities has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

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 1934. 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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