“The Crooked Circle” is a 1932 American mystery film directed by H. Bruce Humberstone and starring Zasu Pitts, James Gleason, and Ben Lyon.
The film revolves around a secret society known as “The Crooked Circle,” which operates in a small town. The group is responsible for a series of mysterious crimes and murders that have left the town on edge.
The protagonist, Jerry, is a reporter who becomes embroiled in the mystery when his friend is accused of one of the murders. Jerry, along with his love interest, Kit, and a police officer named Lieutenant Cochrane, work together to solve the mystery and expose the members of the secret society.
As they delve deeper into the case, they discover that the members of the Crooked Circle are some of the most prominent citizens in the town, including a judge, a banker, and a doctor. The group has been operating for years, using their positions of power to cover up their crimes and maintain their hold on the town.
Jerry and his allies ultimately manage to unmask the members of the Crooked Circle and bring them to justice. The film ends with the town being freed from the grip of the corrupt society and justice being served for the victims of their crimes.
Overall, “The Crooked Circle” is a classic mystery film that features a well-crafted plot, strong performances, and a tense atmosphere. It is a great example of the detective genre from the early days of Hollywood cinema.
Directors:
H. Bruce Humberstone
Writer:
Ralph Spence, Tim Whelan
Stars:
Zasu Pitts, James Gleason, Ben Lyon
