The Mystery Club, an organization of millionaires, draws up an agreement at the instigation of Cranahan, wagering that crimes can be committed without detection by the police; Inspector Burke serves as arbiter. A forfeiture of $25,000 is set, and the members draw secret lots to decide who is to be the criminal.
Is this film worth watching?Short answer: yes, but it's a film that's more enjoyable for those who appreciate the quirks and nuances of early 20th century cinema. This silent mystery, while not a cinematic masterpiece, offers a unique glimpse into a genre that has evolved significantly since its time.The Mystery Club i...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Herbert Blaché
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"Is this film worth watching?Short answer: yes, but it's a film that's more enjoyable for those who appreciate the quirks and nuances of early 20th century cinema. This silent mystery, while not a cinematic masterpiece, offers a unique glimpse into a genre that has evolved significantly since its time.The Mystery Club is a 1929 film that follows the peculiar and convoluted plot of an organization of wealthy men who wager that crimes can be committed without detection by the police. Inspector Burk..."
Matt Moore
Helen Broderick, Edward J. Montaigne, Edward J. Montagne, Arthur Somers Roche
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