
Dick Tracy's Dilemma
DEATH BATTLE... with Hook of Doom!
Directed by John Rawlins
Produced by RKO Radio Pictures
A brisk 1940s crime procedural built on pulp-comic mechanics—a detective chasing a grotesque villain through insurance fraud and murder with steady momentum and period charm.
Dick Tracy investigates the theft of a fortune of fur coats, a possible insurance swindle and several murders, all linked to a huge thug who wears a hook in place of his right hand.
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Is Dick Tracy's Dilemma sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.
Is Dick Tracy's Dilemma scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is Dick Tracy's Dilemma violent? Somewhat. More violent than 60% of films.
Does Dick Tracy's Dilemma end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Dick Tracy's Dilemma easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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