The Riverside Murder

Synopsis

The Riverside Murder is a gripping mystery film released in 1935 featuring Basil Sydney. The story follows the investigation into the murder of a wealthy industrialist found dead near the Riverside. As the detective unravels a web of deceit and betrayal, the truth behind the murder comes to light in a thrilling and unexpected climax. With a stellar cast and suspenseful plot twists, The Riverside Murder keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

Cast

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  Basil Sydney

  Inspector Philip Winton

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  Judy Gunn

  Claire Haines

• Zoe Davis

  Mrs. Harris

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  Alastair Sim

  Police Sergeant 'Mac' McKay

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  Reginald Tate

  Hubert Perrin

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  Ian Fleming

  Henry Sanders

Reviews

The Riverside Murder received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its atmospheric cinematography and strong performances from the cast, others criticized its slow pacing and lack of depth in character development. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an average rating of 6.2/10, with some reviewers commending the film's vintage charm and classic whodunit style. However, IMDb users rated The Riverside Murder at 5.8/10, highlighting its shortcomings in comparison to other mystery thrillers of its time. Metacritic reviewers were divided, with some praising the film's suspenseful narrative and others feeling it fell short in delivering a truly engaging story.