The Murders in the Rue Morgue

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The Murders in the Rue Morgue ★★★ 1986 (PG)

The fifth filmed version of the Edgar Allan Poe story. Set in 19th-century Paris; actors in a mystery play find their roles coming to life. Scott is terrific, with good supporting help. 92m/C VHS, DVD . George C. Scott, Rebecca De Mornay, Val Kilmer, Ian McShane, Neil Dickson; D: Jeannot Szwarc; C: Bruno de Keyzer. TV

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