
Charlie Chan in Panama
One more minute... and the fleet is doomed!
Directed by Norman Foster
Produced by 20th Century Fox
A light-hearted 1940s spy thriller where detective Charlie Chan uses wit and disguise to thwart an espionage plot threatening national security.
Charlie impersonates an employee of the U.S. government to foil an espionage plot which would destroy part of the Panama Canal, trapping a Navy fleet on its way to the Pacific after maneuvers in the Atlantic.
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Is Charlie Chan in Panama sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Does Charlie Chan in Panama end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is Charlie Chan in Panama easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Charlie Chan in Panama violent? Not especially. Less violent than 62% of films.
Is Charlie Chan in Panama scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
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Like Charlie Chan in Panama
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Charlie Chan in Panama
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Charlie Chan in Panama, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Charlie Chan in Panama, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































