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Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The

Dilettante detective Philo Vance cracks six murders cases in this six murder mystery collection.

SKU #: 1000353782
Important: This title has been manufactured from the best-quality video master currently available and has not been remastered or restored for this DVD/Digital Download release.

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Synopsis
The dilettante detective stylishly sleuths his way through some of his most famous cases in this 2-Disc, 6-Film Collection. And a veritable rogue’s gallery of golden age “gentlemen actors” all take a crack at Philo, including William Powell, Warren William and Basil Rathbone. Classic cinephiles should keep their eyes on the credits for contributions by luminaries the likes of Michael Curtiz, Mary Astor, Rosalind Russell and more! Includes: The Bishop Murder Case (1930), The Kennel Murder Case (1933), The Dragon Murder Case (1934), The Casino Murder Case (1935), The Garden Murder Case (1936), Calling Philo Vance (1940).

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Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The
 
4.5

(based on 8 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Classic style (7)
  • Entertaining (6)

Cons

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    • Entertainment (8)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Movie buff (7), Collector (6)
      • Was this a gift?:
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    4/1/2013

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    For "gentleman" detective buffs only.

    By Traven

    from Upstate NY

    About Me Classic Detectives Buff, Collector, Movie Buff

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Classic
    • Entertaining
    • Raritys

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      Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

      What a delight to have fine quality versions of these films after years of poor quality bootlegs and all-nighters watching scratched and patched 16 mm versions at film festivals.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      3/25/2013
       
      4.0

      Philo Vance

      By Big D

      from Anderson SC

      About Me Audiophile, Collector, Movie Buff

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Classic
      • Entertaining

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        • Entertainment

        Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

        I love old movies, especially mysteries. I bought it for the Basil Rathbone movie but have really enjoyed the rest of them. Even though the movies were nnot remastered they were very watchable considering their age.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        3/15/2013

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Warner programmers at their finest!

        By mowkwurst

        from Medford, Oregon

        About Me Collector, Movie Buff

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        • Entertaining

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          • Entertainment

          Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

          I really like these mystery programmers from the greatest studio of all time: Warner Bros. Of course, William Powell is my favorate Philo with Warren William a close second. What the hey. I've got all of these on home burnt DVDs, but I want the nice labels and cool packaging and NO TCM "bug" every 20 minutes or so. Call me a perfectionist. I am. Only wish the Warner Archives could get permission to release the 3 Powell Paramount Philo Vances...and the 1 William Philo. Are you listening Universal? Make another deal with Warner/TCM so we can enjoy these "B" movie gems as well. Kudos Warner Archives. I love your discs!

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          3/8/2013

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Great to see these in good video shape

          By H T Classics

          from Paradise, CA

          About Me Collector

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          • Classic

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            Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

            It is like seeing these for the first time - so clear and the best prints available. Most of these have been in public domain at one time or another - so to see them in pristine shape just adds to the fun. Not all are classics -but still good entertainment.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            3/8/2013

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Philo Vance Played by...Take Your Pick!

            By Mike B

            from Stafford VA

            About Me Avid Reader, Collector, Movie Buff

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              Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

              Classic 30s actors interpreting a classic literary detective-Great Stuff! IMHO William Powell was the best!

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              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              3/6/2013

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              excellent, Thank You.

              By movie buff

              from Elk Grove, CA

              About Me Movie Buff

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              • Classic

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                Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

                If you like Detective Mysteries, this is for you.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                3/1/2013
                 
                5.0

                Great!

                By Fan 30-40

                from Glendale, AZ.

                About Me Movie Buff

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                Pros

                • Action-packed
                • Classic
                • Engaging
                • Entertaining

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                  Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

                  If you like old mysteries, you should like this one.
                  One of my favorites is, " The Kennel Murder Case" with William Powell.
                  The story in the "Casino Murder Case" is good, but I did not care for Paul Lukas as Philo Vance.
                  Still 5 stars for the collection.

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                  • No

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  2/22/2013
                   
                  4.0

                  Real classics....

                  By Prof. Emeritus

                  from New York

                  About Me Avid Reader, Collector, Movie Buff

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                  Pros

                  • Classic
                  • Engaging
                  • Entertaining
                  • Funny
                  • True Retro Whodunnits
                  • Vintage Like Good Wines

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Absolutely Inoffensive
                    • Entertainment
                    • Everyone

                    Comments about Philo Vance Murder Case Collection, The:

                    Entertainment and cinema/mystery history - vintage is good for the mind!

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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