Sherlock Holmes Faces Death

Sherlock Holmes Faces Death

1943 · 68 min · EN · NR · 6.9 (66 votes)
Dir. Roy William Neill · Starring Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Dennis Hoey, Hillary Brooke, Mary Gordon, Halliwell Hobbes · Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone) Collection
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During WWII several murders occur at a convalescent home where Dr. Watson has volunteered his services. He summons Holmes for help and the master detective proceeds to solve the crime from a long list of suspects including the owners of the home, the staff and the patients recovering there.

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A classic whodunit steeped in wartime unease. The black and white visuals and steady pacing create a palpable atmosphere of suspicion, drawing you into a cerebral puzzle where every character harbors secrets. Perfect for a thoughtful, solitary viewing.

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