Please Murder Me (1956)
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1h 14m
Please Murder Me (1956) is a gripping courtroom noir thriller that dives deep into betrayal, justice, and cold-blooded manipulation. Raymond Burr stars as defense attorney Craig Carlson, who passionately defends his client, Myra Leeds (Angela Lansbury), accused of murdering her husband. When the jury acquits her, Carlson begins to suspect he’s been used—and sets out to trap her in a chilling game of psychological revenge.
Blending taut legal drama with noir atmosphere, this film unravels in flashback, revealing layers of deception and moral ambiguity. Angela Lansbury delivers a standout performance as the enigmatic femme fatale, while Burr's transformation from legal advocate to vengeful strategist drives the suspense to a shocking finale.
A classic from the golden age of noir, Please Murder Me is a must-watch for fans of crime, courtroom intrigue, and twisted justice.
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