A major newspaper publisher dies in suspicious circumstances during a parlour game at a dinner party. The publishers secretary is the obvious suspect, but the Inspector isn't so sure .
Is it worth your time? If you have a soft spot for 1930s British mystery tropes, you might find The Murder Party kind of neat. But if you’re looking for a thriller that actually gets your blood pumping, stay far away. It’s for the folks who like their mysteries served with lukewarm tea and stiff acting. Honestly, the ...
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"Is it worth your time? If you have a soft spot for 1930s British mystery tropes, you might find The Murder Party kind of neat. But if you’re looking for a thriller that actually gets your blood pumping, stay far away. It’s for the folks who like their mysteries served with lukewarm tea and stiff acting. Honestly, the whole thing feels like a stage play that someone forgot to adapt for the camera. Most of the action happens in a single room while people stand in semi-circles, talking at each oth..."
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