Appointment with Crime
Appointment with Crime is a 1946 British crime film directed by John Harlow.
When Leo is released he returns to Gus to obtain a job. Gus harshly rebuffs him and points out how Leos injured wrists would prevent him from working as a thief. This leads to Leo to seek complete vengeance against Gus. He decides to frame Gus for murder by stealing his gun and murdering a cab driver. He manages to provide himself with an alibi to avoid any prosecution. During this scheme he meets Carol Dane Howard who is unaware of his true nature. The two begin a romance. Later, he confronts Gus with the understanding that if he does not give Leo money, Leo will hand over the gun to the police.After Gus gives Leo his money he contacts Gregory Lang Lom who he is actually working under. Gregory is an antiques dealer who hired Gus to steal jewelry and art pieces for him. Meanwhile, Leo learns that Detective Inspector Rogers is investigating the murder case. He attempts to assure Rogers that he is attempting to live a life away from crime but Rogers continues to question Leos character and whereabouts during the night of the murder. ........
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