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Infernal Machine (1933)

Movie ★ 7.0 65 min

This pre-Code comedy-thriller centers on Robert Holden, a broke and discouraged veteran, who meets fellow American Elinor Green at a cafe in Paris. After their first encounter, Holden's attempt to return Green's thought-to-be stolen purse ends up rendering him a stowaway on board a ship bound for America. Also aboard is a collection of characters, including Green's banker fiancé, a famed scientist, and an opera singer. Romance begins to blossom between Holden and Green, just as a radiogram claims that an “infernal machine,” or bomb, is aboard the ship. Quickly each passenger accuses the others of planting the bomb until eventually Holden, jealous of Green's attention to her undeserving fiancé, falsely admits to being the culprit. In his role as assumed perpetrator, Holden tests the group further.

Marcel Varnel Director Arthur Kober Writer

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Quick facts

Released
April 8, 1933
Runtime
65 min
IMDb
tt0024180
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Frequently asked questions

What is Infernal Machine about?
This pre-Code comedy-thriller centers on Robert Holden, a broke and discouraged veteran, who meets fellow American Elinor Green at a cafe in Paris. After their first encounter, Holden's attempt to return Green's thought-to-be stolen purse ends up rendering him a stowaway on board a ship bound for America. Also aboard is a collection of characters, including Green's banker fiancé, a famed scientist, and an opera singer. Romance begins to blossom between Holden and Green, just as a radiogram claims that an “infernal machine,” or bomb, is aboard the ship. Quickly each passenger accuses the others of planting the bomb until eventually Holden, jealous of Green's attention to her undeserving fiancé, falsely admits to being the culprit. In his role as assumed perpetrator, Holden tests the group further.
Who directed Infernal Machine?
Infernal Machine was directed by Marcel Varnel.
Who stars in Infernal Machine?
Infernal Machine stars Chester Morris, Genevieve Tobin, Victor Jory, Elizabeth Patterson.
When was Infernal Machine released?
Infernal Machine is a 1933 comedy film.
Where can I watch Infernal Machine?
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