While attending a major horse race with their young son, Nick Jr., Nick and Nora Charles witnesse a shocking murder from the crowded grandstand. What first appears to be an isolated killing soon leads to a maze of corruption, blackmail, gambling scandals, and criminal intrigue. As Nick investigates, he encounters suspicious bookmakers, dishonest officials, rival gangsters, and a mysterious killer determined to stay ahead of the law. Nora, as always, is never far from the action, bringing her quick wit and fearless curiosity to the case.
Shadow of the Thin Man has generally received positive reviews.
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By Michael Wilmington (1,474) for Chicago Tribune (6,211) on 28 Dec 2003
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Shadow of the Thin Man was released in 1941 and has generally received positive reviews.
Online reviewers have written 45 reviews, giving Shadow of the Thin Man (1941) an average rating of 70%.
Overall, cinema-goers prefer the movie, giving it an average score of 79%, compared to film critics, who gave it a lower average score of 67%. Amateur reviewers were more impressed with Shadow of the Thin Man than critics were.
With a score of 70%, Shadow of the Thin Man is above the average Cinafilm score for movies made in 1941, which stands at 63%.
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