Wanted for Murder

Wanted for Murder

NR 1946 · 101 min · ★ 6.4 · Crime, Drama

The son of a notorious hangman is gradually becoming insane and he finds himself unable to resist the urge to strangle women to death.

Directed by Lawrence Huntington · Written by Emeric Pressburger

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