# Shadow of the Thin Man (1941)

> A witty married detective duo is pulled from racetrack leisure into a deadly investigation of gambling corruption and organized crime.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/8646

## Facts

- Runtime: 97 min
- Genres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery
- Director: W.S. Van Dyke
- Cast: William Powell, Myrna Loy, Barry Nelson, Donna Reed, Sam Levene, Alan Baxter, Henry O'Neill, Richard Hall
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034172/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, urbane, playful, classic movie night, mystery marathon

## Synopsis

A lighthearted investigation into the world of horse racing and organized crime unfolds with unexpected twists and humor.

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