EYES IN THE NIGHT (1942)
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Classics, History
Eyes in the Night (1942), produced by Jack Chertok, is a stylish and suspenseful mystery thriller that introduced audiences to the character of Duncan Maclain, a blind detective with remarkable intellect and intuition. Played by Edward Arnold, Maclain relies on his acute senses and the assistance of his devoted seeing-eye dog, Friday, to solve crimes others can't. In this first film of a short-lived series, Maclain is drawn into a dangerous case involving murder, espionage, and wartime sabotage when he is asked to protect a young woman being blackmailed. With sharp dialogue, clever plotting, and an atmospheric noir tone, Eyes in the Night blends detective fiction with wartime intrigue, delivering a gripping story that showcases the power of courage and intellect in the face of adversity.
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