The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry 1945
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Topic: Film "The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry" (1945). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1945
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 80 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 17, 1945
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 56 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~80 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Universal Pictures
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Title: The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry (also known as Uncle Harry and The Zero Murder Case).
Year: 1945.
Release Date (US): 08/17/1945.
Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller, film noir.
Director: Robert Siodmak.
Starring: George Sanders, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Ella Raines.
Based on: Stage play Uncle Harry by Thomas Job (first performed in 1938).
Synopsis: Melodrama about a domineering sister who holds a tight grip on her brother, especially when he shows signs of falling in love.
Runtime: 1h 20m.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry is a 1945 American film noir directed by Robert Siodmak. Also known as Uncle Harry or The Zero Murder Case, the movie stars George Sanders, Geraldine Fitzgerald, and Ella Rain
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“A gripping exploration of crime and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry worth watching?
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 56 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry and when was it released?
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry is a feature film with a runtime of 80 minutes. It was released in 1945. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry?
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry was directed by Robert Siodmak.
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