Whistling in the Dark

Whistling in the Dark

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NR 1941 · 78 min · ★ 5.9 · Comedy, Mystery, Crime, Romance

Radio crime show host 'The Fox' along with his fiancée and ex-girlfriend are kidnapped by a larcenous cult who demand that he help them plan a perfect murder.

Directed by S. Sylvan Simon · Written by Harry Clork

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