Behind Green Lights (1946)

Model synopsis: A newspaper reporter named Johnny Williams is introduced to police officers in a police station, with dialogue about press relations and community property. The scene includes a clock tower visible through a window, suggesting an urban setting.

Named: Johnny Williams (t:2:34), Lieutenant Carson (t:2:34), Sergeant Oppenheimer (t:2:34), Miss Bradley (t:1:29), Sam (t:2:34), Carey (t:2:31), Ames (t:2:57). 7 people observed.

“Come in, Miss Bradley.” 1:29 · “Hiya, Sam. Hello, Oppenheimer. Hi. Meet Johnny Williams, the herald's gift to the police department. This is Lieutenant Carson, Sergeant Opp…” 2:34

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits and hats stand in an office; one holds a hat and speaks while the other listens. A framed photo of a uniformed officer sits on the desk, and one man offers to accompany the other to Dutchman's for an exam.

2 people observed.

“It's a tough assignment for that nice kid. Oh, I won't hurt him.” 3:19 · “Won't do us any harm either.” 3:23

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Model synopsis: A vintage car is parked outside a large building with arched windows and a covered entrance. A person stands near the entrance, and the ground appears wet, reflecting the car and building.

1 person observed.

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Model synopsis: A car is parked outside a building with 'POLICE' lettering above the doors. A voice introduces Johnny Williams of the Herald and mentions Burris Archer while urging haste.

Named: Johnny Williams (t:3:57), Burris Archer (t:3:57). 3 people observed.

“You take all day. Come on, will you? Hurry. Boys, meet Johnny Williams of the Herald. This is what you tell me. I have no city news, Bur…” 3:57

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits and hats stand near a police station entrance; one is identified by name as Walter Bard, who runs a private detective agency. A third person, audible but not visible, reacts to Bard's presence and denies knowledge of an incident.

• Two men in suits and hats stand near a police station entrance. [frame:1]

Named: Walter Bard (t:4:27). 3 people observed.

“Well, is this a gag?” 4:09 · “Walter Bard.” 4:27

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Model synopsis: A man in a fedora and coat is seen indoors, then outdoors at night near a vehicle. Dialogue includes someone calling out to 'Sam' and asking what he has.

• A man in a fedora is seen indoors near a doorway. [frame:1]
• The same man is seen outdoors at night, leaning over a vehicle. [frame:2]

Named: Sam (t:5:08). 2 people observed.

“Take this into the desk. Right.” 5:04 · “Hey, Sam!” 5:08

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Model synopsis: A man is found dead in front of a police station; officers react and discuss his political connections. A character named Johnny expresses shock at seeing a corpse for the first time.

8 people observed.

“Hey, Sam Carson's first gonna step on the sidewalk in front of the station. That's the name of the game, gin. Don't forget you owe me two bi…” 5:12 · “Check this gun with ballistics as soon as you can, then have the car going over for free. Hey, Sam, who's the... Hey, it's Waller Barton. Du…” 5:21

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Model synopsis: A man in a fedora and suit holds a telephone receiver to his ear while seated; the transcript mentions a murdered private eye and political fallout. No named individuals appear, and the setting is not visually identifiable beyond being an interior space.

• A man is seated holding a telephone receiver to his ear. [frame:1]

1 person observed.

“Come on, son. Give me Charlie to make it snack. Hold on to your wig, Charlie. Come here.” 5:45 · “Walter Barth, the private eye, was just found shot to death in his car, right at the front door of the joint.” 5:50

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits are in an office; one gives instructions to the other about investigating an apartment and an office. The transcript reveals they are assigning tasks to find evidence and contact people, including calling Bart's wife and checking a bar.

• Two men stand in an office; one holds papers and faces the other. [frame:1]

2 people observed.

“Oppenheimer, go up to Robard's apartment. Bring back any letters or photographs that might look hot.” 6:15 · “Talk to the janitor and neighbors. Get a line on any recent visitors. Okay, Lieutenant. Harper, you chase up to Bard's office in the equi…” 6:23

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Model synopsis: Two men meet and exchange greetings in a room; one wears a heavy fur coat and is introduced as Daniel Boone Wintergreen, a police reporter. A third man is later seen alone at a desk, writing with a pen.

• A man sits at a desk writing with a pen. [frame:2]

Named: Daniel Boone Wintergreen (t:6:57), Johnny Williams (t:7:06). 3 people observed.

“Hey, Dan. Johnny, this is Daniel Boone Wintergreen. He covers police for The Sun. Also has the policy corner on the side.” 6:57 · “Meet Johnny Williams of the Herald. Pleasure to meet you, my boy. I can see that you'll be a welcome contrast to the riffraff that infests…” 7:06

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit enters a room through a doorway while holding papers. The setting appears to be an interior office space with a glass-paneled door and wall-mounted notices.

• man enters room through doorway [frame:1]

1 person observed.

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Model synopsis: Two men discuss a shooting in an office; one examines a document while the other stands nearby. A close-up shows a handwritten note dated January 17 with a name and time.

• Sam sits at a desk holding a paper while Doc stands nearby. [frame:1]
• Doc speaks to Sam while standing in the office. [frame:2]
• A close-up shows a handwritten note dated January 17 with the name Janet Bradley and time 10:30 P.M. [frame:3]

Named: Sam (t:7:42), Doc (t:7:41). 2 people observed.

“Come in, Doc.” 7:41 · “Here it is, Sam.” 7:42

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Model synopsis: Two men are in an office; one sits at a desk smoking while the other stands behind him. The transcript discusses a girl connected to Luther Bradley and mentions Calvert Luck.

• A man seated at a desk is smoking while another man stands behind him with a hand on his shoulder. [frame:1]

2 people observed.

“That girl couldn't be mixed up in this case.” 8:14 · “The daughter of Luther Bradley, the reformed candidate for mayor. Boy, what the Express will do with this.” 8:19

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Model synopsis: Two men are in a police station office; one gives instructions to another about visiting a house and speaking with a woman. A third man is on the phone, trying to reach someone and then asking for Mr. Calvert.

Named: Dr. Yeager (t:8:58). 4 people observed.

“Brewer, you and Robbins go out to the Luther Bradley house on Carlisle.” 8:33 · “We want to ask her a few questions. - Okay. - Handle her carefully.” 8:41

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit talks on the phone in an office; another man, also on the phone, sits at a desk. The transcript reveals a conversation about a shooting, a body found in a car at a police station, and a memorandum mentioning Janet Bradley.

• A man in a suit holds a phone receiver to his ear. [frame:1]
• An older man sits at a desk holding a phone receiver to his ear. [frame:2]

Named: Doc (t:9:05), Mr. Calvert (t:9:20), Bard (t:9:22), Janet Bradley (t:9:22). 5 people observed.

“Oh, hello, Doc. What's on your mind?” 9:05 · “But his body was found in his own car right in front of the police station here.” 9:14

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit talks on the phone while smiling; another man at a desk holds a phone receiver to his mouth. The dialogue suggests coordination between them, with one named Mr. Calvert.

• Man in suit holds phone to ear and smiles. [frame:1]
• Older man holds phone receiver to mouth while seated at desk. [frame:2]

Named: Mr. Calvert (t:9:41). 2 people observed.

“Luther Bradley's daughter?” 9:27 · “Look, Doc, you stay there and keep your eyes open.” 9:38

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Model synopsis: Three people stand in an office: a man in a suit, a woman in a coat and hat, and another man in a suit and fedora. One man addresses the woman as 'Miss Bradley' and asks about 'Walter Bard'.

Named: Miss Bradley (t:10:04), Lieutenant Carson (t:10:04). 3 people observed.

“This is Miss Bradley, Lieutenant. Lieutenant Carson.” 10:04 · “How do you do?” 10:06

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Model synopsis: A woman identified as Miss Bradley speaks with a man in a formal interior setting about a man who was murdered in his car. She confirms she knew the victim and had an appointment with him that evening.

Named: Miss Bradley (t:10:42). 2 people observed.

“You know him?” 10:19 · “In his own car, shot.” 10:26

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Model synopsis: A man and a woman are in a room where the man, identified as Lieutenant Carson, requests fingerprints from the woman, who consents. The conversation references a murder, an election, and the woman's father in Washington.

Named: Lieutenant Carson (t:11:09), Miss Bradley (t:11:05). 2 people observed.

“Suppose you tell me why you went to see him.” 10:45 · “This murder could prove very embarrassing for your father, Miss Bradley.” 11:05

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Model synopsis: Two men converse in an office; one sits behind a desk while the other stands near the door. The dialogue references a police investigation, an upcoming election, and a woman named Bradley.

• A man in a fedora stands near a desk holding a coat while another man faces him from behind the desk. [frame:1]
• A man in a suit sits behind a desk looking at another man in a fedora who is seated or standing close by. [frame:2]

Named: Sam (t:12:16). 3 people observed.

“It will take a few minutes to make comparisons. You don't mind waiting.” 11:55 · “Thanks, Sam.” 12:16

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits are in a private office; one seated behind a desk speaks to another who is standing or seated opposite. The dialogue suggests a power negotiation involving police department roles and past events.

• A man in a suit sits behind a desk and speaks to another man wearing a hat. [frame:1]
• A close-up shows a man's legs and shoes, suggesting he is standing or shifting position. [frame:2]
• The man in the hat is now seated across from the man at the desk, both facing each other. [frame:3]

Named: Sam (t:13:15). 2 people observed.

“Well, the public has a right to know the facts express Princeton.” 13:07 · “Anything for a nickel.” 13:11

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits are shown in alternating shots inside a wood-paneled room; one sits at a desk while the other stands near a doorway. Dialogue suggests a negotiation involving a woman named Bradley and unnamed important people who might offer favors in exchange for her arrest.

• A man in a dark suit sits at a desk with hands clasped. [frame:1]
• A man in a fedora and patterned tie stands near a doorway. [frame:2]
• The seated man looks up, still at his desk. [frame:3]
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Named: Calvert (t:13:54). 2 people observed.

“I'd like it.” 13:53 · “You know that, Calvert.” 13:54

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit walks toward a door in an office while two off-screen voices discuss booking a woman until after elections and mention a deceased cop. One speaker addresses 'Sam' and 'William', and another person is called 'Lieutenant'.

• A man in a suit walks toward a door in an office. [frame:1]

Named: Sam (t:14:19), William (t:15:09), Lieutenant (t:15:07). 4 people observed.

“There isn't a particle of evidence against her.” 14:05 · “Do that and you'll have a grand jury investigation right in your lap. Oh, Sam, now don't look at it that way.” 14:19

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Model synopsis: A man and a woman are in a room with shelves and a lamp; the woman is being questioned about fingerprints found on a glass and a gun in Barr's apartment. She admits to visiting Barr to discuss blackmail and having only ten thousand dollars to offer.

• A man and a woman stand facing each other in an office. [frame:1]

Named: Miss Bradley (t:15:42). 2 people observed.

“What'd you find in Bard's apartment?” 15:14 · “Miss Bradley, we found your fingerprints on a highball glass in Barr's apartment.” 15:55

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Model synopsis: A woman in a suit and hat stands in a room with a desk and lamp; she is offered a drink and responds politely. The transcript includes a comment about a birthday.

• A woman stands in a room with a desk and lamp. [frame:1]

1 person observed.

“Won't you sit down? I'll fix you a drink. Oh, I really don't care for one. Thank you. Thank you.” 17:02 · “Absolutely.” 17:06

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Model synopsis: A man in a vest stands with his back to the camera while a woman in a suit and hat faces him near a fireplace. The transcript includes the line 'Cigarette. Thank you.' spoken during this beat.

• A man and a woman stand facing each other near a fireplace. [frame:1]

2 people observed.

“Cigarette. Thank you.” 17:26

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Model synopsis: A man and a woman negotiate over a sum of money in a room with bookshelves; the man accuses the woman of stalling and mentions having evidence and a buyer for it. No names are assigned to the characters beyond what is spoken in the transcript.

• A man and a woman stand facing each other in a room with bookshelves. [frame:1]

Named: Mr. Boyd (t:17:34), Miss Bradley (t:17:43). 2 people observed.

“I simply haven't been able to raise that much money, Mr. Boyd.” 17:34 · “Look, Miss Bradley, you're stalling.” 17:43

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Model synopsis: A man and a woman confront each other in a room; the woman holds a gun and is questioned about an envelope and a gun she claims to have disposed of. The dialogue reveals suspicion, a prior incident involving a man named Chis, and an attempt to extract information about incriminating contents.

• A man and a woman stand facing each other in a room. [frame:1]
• The woman holds a handgun and turns away from the man. [frame:2]

Named: Miss Bradley (t:18:11). 2 people observed.

“I suppose it would be useless to appeal to your sense of decency.” 18:04 · “And I've been called all the names, Miss Bradley.” 18:11

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Model synopsis: A woman in a hat and fur collar is shown in close-up, facing a man who is partially visible. The transcript describes a plan involving a car, a gun, and an envelope, and ends with the woman addressing a lieutenant.

• A woman is shown in close-up facing a man. [frame:1]

Named: Lieutenant (t:19:39). 2 people observed.

“Something Calvert could use?” 19:24 · “You couldn't make a deal with them.” 19:28

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Model synopsis: A man and a woman confront each other in an office; he accuses her of murder based on fingerprints and motive, and she acknowledges the situation looks bad. He considers arresting her, but she reminds him of the political consequences for her father.

2 people observed.

“You sound as if you want to believe I killed Walter Bart.” 19:41 · “Your prints are on the gun.” 19:46

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit sits in a chair, looking down. The setting appears to be an interior room with curtains and a column base visible.

1 person observed.

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Model synopsis: A woman and a man in formal attire have a conversation in an office; the man identifies himself as a policeman and rejects political influence. The woman acknowledges his stance and expresses approval.

Named: Lieutenant (t:20:09). 2 people observed.

“I realize the pressure you're under, Lieutenant.” 20:09 · “I've learned a great deal about the police department from father.” 20:12

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Model synopsis: A group of men in a police station discuss a murder case involving Janet Bradley, with one man on the phone relaying information. The scene includes a man in a fedora speaking animatedly and another man listening on the phone.

• A man in a fedora gestures while speaking to others seated at a table. [frame:1]
• A man in a fedora speaks animatedly with hands open. [frame:2]
• A man in a fedora holds a phone receiver to his ear. [frame:3]
• 1 more under Evidence and details.

Named: Doc (t:20:55), Kelly (t:21:01), Charlie (t:21:42), Mr. Jones (t:21:42), Costner (t:21:42). 10 people observed.

“I should book you.” 20:29 · “If you don't mind waiting a little longer...” 20:32

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit and fedora is shown in two frames inside an office-like setting with filing cabinets and a wall lamp. The transcript reveals a discussion about charging Janet Bratley with murder and orchestrating media coverage, with a character named Mr. Calvert expressing impatience and distrust toward someone named Carson.

• A man in a suit and fedora stands near filing cabinets in an office. [frame:1]
• A man with a mustache and fedora looks upward in an office setting. [frame:2]

Named: Mr. Calvert (t:22:32), Carson (t:22:41), Janet Bratley (t:21:55). 4 people observed.

“It's about time. Oh, I'm sorry, Mr. Calvert. I didn't know you were here.” 22:32 · “- Has Carson booked the Bradley girl yet? - Not yet.” 22:41

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Model synopsis: Two men discuss the cause of Walter Bard's death in an office; one reveals Bard was poisoned before being shot. The standing man, wearing a fedora and suit, speaks while the seated man listens.

Named: Mr. Calvert (t:23:28). 2 people observed.

“Yes, but the only hitch, Mr. Calvert, is that Walter Bard didn't die of a gunshot wound.” 23:28 · “He was poisoned before he was shot.” 23:36

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Model synopsis: Two men discuss secretly replacing a body in the morgue with a John Doe to avoid an inquest; one man, Mr. Calvert, orders the other to carry out the switch and cremation. A phone call interrupts, asking for Mrs. Walter Bard.

• The man in the fedora stands and speaks to the seated man, holding gloves. [frame:2]

Named: Mr. Calvert (t:24:36). 2 people observed.

“Then we gotta get rid of the body.” 23:56 · “But Mr. Kovach, you can't just pick up a body and drag it out of the morgue before the chief medical examiner's had a whack at it.” 24:03

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Model synopsis: A woman in a beret speaks on the phone in front of a mirror while a man in a suit speaks on the phone at a desk. The transcript indicates the man is delivering bad news to Mrs. Bond, who was asleep when he called.

Named: Mrs. Bond (t:25:19). 2 people observed.

“Yes, this is Mrs. Bord.” 25:05 · “I'm afraid I have some bad news for you.” 25:12

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Model synopsis: A woman in a beret adjusts her appearance in a mirror while speaking about not having seen Walter recently. She mentions she will be ready as soon as she is dressed.

• A woman adjusts her beret while looking in a mirror. [frame:1]

Named: Walter (t:25:30). 1 person observed.

“Of course, but I haven't seen Walter for several weeks. We haven't been living together.” 25:30 · “Yes.” 25:37

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Model synopsis: A man in a trench coat and hat speaks on the phone while a woman in a beret listens on another phone; they are discussing a police request for her to come to the station regarding someone named Walter. The setting is an interior room with a lamp, flowers, and a desk phone.

• The man answers the phone. [frame:1]
• The woman answers the phone. [frame:2]
• The man speaks on the phone. [frame:3]
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Named: Nora (t:26:02). 2 people observed.

“Did the police say how it happened, Nora? Or where?” 26:02 · “No, Arthur.” 26:05

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Model synopsis: A man in a trench coat and fedora is on the phone in a dimly lit room with a lamp and typewriter. He is told he hasn't been out all evening, will be picked up in 20 minutes, and is handed a lab report on lipstick from a cigarette.

• A man in a trench coat and fedora is on the phone in a room with a lamp and typewriter. [frame:1]

1 person observed.

“Remember, you haven't been out all evening.” 26:12 · “I'll go with you.” 26:16

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Model synopsis: A woman identified as Mrs. Bard arrives at a police station with her attorney, Mr. Templeton, to speak with a Lieutenant about the murder of her husband, Walter Bard. The Lieutenant questions her about their separation, her recent contact with him, and the pending divorce, while she describes him as cruel.

• Mrs. Bard and Mr. Templeton enter the Lieutenant's office. [frame:1]
• The Lieutenant stands and addresses Mrs. Bard while Mr. Templeton sits. [frame:2]
• Mrs. Bard sits and speaks, with Mr. Templeton placing a hand on her shoulder. [frame:3]

Named: Mrs. Bard (t:26:50), Mr. Templeton (t:26:50), Lieutenant (t:26:50). 4 people observed.

“Sorry you had to come down here tonight, Mrs. Bard. I understand, Lieutenant. This is Mr. Templeton, my attorney.” 26:50 · “You told Mrs. White very little on the telephone, Lieutenant.” 27:07

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit speaks to a seated woman and another man in a formal room; the transcript reveals an interrogation about someone's whereabouts and a request to identify remains. No names are visually confirmed, and the setting appears to be an official office.

• A man in a suit speaks directly to the camera. [frame:1]
• A woman sits between two men in a formal room; one man stands facing her, another stands with his back to the camera. [frame:2]

Named: Mrs. Bard (t:28:05), Lieutenant Carson (t:28:12), Oppenheim (t:28:35). 4 people observed.

“Mrs. Borders had a very difficult time, Lieutenant. Yes, I know.” 28:00 · “Mrs. Bard, uh, you were home all evening?” 28:05

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit speaks to a police officer across a desk while another officer listens; the man claims he didn't break a mirror and identifies himself as 'Zachary, the Philadelphia Phantom' who has a boxing match at the Elks that day. The setting is an indoor police station with a desk, files, and uniformed officers visible.

• A man in a suit stands at a police desk and speaks to an officer. [frame:1]

Named: Zachary (t:28:48). 4 people observed.

“Listen, pal, I didn't bust that mirror. Somebody else tossed the bottle into the glassware. Name?” 28:42 · “I'm Zachary, the Philadelphia Phantom.” 28:48

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Model synopsis: A man is processed at a police station desk and then seen behind bars. Dialogue references the Elks, a hotel, and a judge, indicating legal proceedings and a scheduled court appearance.

• A man in a suit stands at a police station desk facing an officer and a seated official. [frame:1]
• A man is seen from behind, gripping the bars of a jail cell. [frame:2]

5 people observed.

“What's your address?” 28:59 · “But what about the Elks?” 29:02

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Model synopsis: A man in a white coat leans over a covered body on a table in a hallway while another man watches from the doorway. A voice off-screen comments on a blonde behind the counter and urges someone to come on.

• A man in a white coat leans over a covered body on a table. [frame:1]

3 people observed.

“I vote for Louis. He has the best beard. What's the best dish in the joint? The blonde behind the counter.” 30:29 · “Come on.” 30:35

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Model synopsis: A single frame from a 1946 film shows a damaged wall with a large hole, revealing bright light beyond, and a desk with a telephone and papers in the foreground. No people, spoken dialogue, or on-screen text are visible.

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Model synopsis: Two men are in an office; one stands holding an object while the other sits at a desk writing. A third man enters a dark doorway and then walks away. The transcript includes repeated statements of intent to leave and an apology.

• A man in a lab coat stands holding an object while another man writes at a desk. [frame:1]
• A man enters a dark doorway. [frame:2]
• A man in a light shirt walks away from the camera. [frame:3]

3 people observed.

“I'm going to go.” 31:42 · “I'm going to go.” 32:01

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Model synopsis: A man in a light shirt and dark trousers pushes a metal cart with a white cloth draped over it through a hallway with wood-paneled walls. The scene is lit by artificial light and appears to be indoors.

• A man pushes a metal cart with a white cloth draped over it through a hallway. [frame:1]

1 person observed.

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Model synopsis: Two men are in an office; one hands documents to the other who is seated at a desk. The standing man is told to leave after receiving the papers.

• A man in a lab coat hands papers to a seated man at a desk. [frame:1]

2 people observed.

“Here, that's all you need. Now get going.” 32:36

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Model synopsis: A man in a white coat stands beside a dark vehicle marked 'CITY MORTUARY' at night. Dialogue suggests a body has disappeared from the ambulance, with references to a crematorium and a phone call being requested.

• A man in a white coat stands beside a dark vehicle marked 'CITY MORTUARY'. [frame:1]
• The man appears to be opening or closing the rear door of the vehicle. [frame:1]

1 person observed.

“Woodbury crematorium. This one burns, huh?” 33:04 · “Give him an easy ride. It's his last one.” 33:07

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Model synopsis: A man in a suit sits at a desk on the phone; another man in a white shirt leans over him, also holding the receiver. The dialogue instructs someone to retrace a route and report if a body is not found.

• A man in a suit sits at a desk holding a telephone receiver to his ear. [frame:1]
• A second man leans over the first, also holding the telephone receiver. [frame:2]

2 people observed.

“Well, go back over your route. Keep your eyes open and your trap shut.” 33:48 · “If you can't find the body, report to me as soon as you get here.” 33:51

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits are shown separately on the phone in an office setting; one is younger with a mustache, the other older with glasses. The transcript reveals a conversation about a body named Bard and suspicion of betrayal.

• A man in a suit is on the phone at a desk. [frame:1]
• An older man with glasses is on the phone at a desk. [frame:2]

2 people observed.

“Oh, so somebody else wants Bard's body, huh?” 34:08 · “Ah, that crew must be double crossing you. They must know how that body was taken out of the ambulance.” 34:13

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Model synopsis: Two men are shown in separate office settings, each speaking on a telephone. One man, identified by dialogue as Mr. Calvert, is told he must find and dispose of a body.

Named: Yeager (t:34:25), Mr. Calvert (t:34:31). 2 people observed.

“Listen, Yeager, this is a pretty serious matter.” 34:25 · “But I did everything I could, Mr. Calvert.” 34:31

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Model synopsis: A man in a pinstripe suit is confronted by a woman in a hat who touches his face; dialogue reveals a missing body from an ambulance and a reporter named Johnny Williams demanding to speak to Mr. Jones about a murder exclusive. The scene takes place in an office where the woman appears to be a flower vendor seeking payment for a deceased man's carnation.

• A woman touches a man's face while speaking to him in an office. [frame:1]

Named: Flossie (t:35:46), Johnny Williams (t:35:28). 3 people observed.

“Sam a John Doe that was being transported to the Woodbury crematorium has disappeared from the ambulance.” 34:45 · “Well, find that body before the papers find it for you. Oh.” 35:06

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Model synopsis: Two men in suits are in a room; one finds scissors and mentions an overcoat, while the other reacts to news of a body in a press room closet. The dialogue references Mr. Wintergreen, a Buffalo coat, and a reporter named Haggerty, with one man claiming to have spiked Wintergreen.

• One man holds scissors and speaks to another man in a suit. [frame:1]

Named: Mr. Wintergreen (t:37:14). 2 people observed.

“Here they are, Mr. Wintergreen.” 37:14 · “You can't sell that overcoat. I hoped you'd bring a chastening influence to this menagerie.” 38:08

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Model synopsis: A man in a fedora and suit stands near a table while two other men, one seated and one standing in a white coat, are present in what appears to be a morgue or police station. The transcript reveals a body has been switched, with Walter Bard’s body substituted for a John Doe, and a doctor is summoned to address the discrepancy.

• A man in a fedora stands near a table while two other men are present in a room with a body on a table. [frame:1]
• A man in a white coat is present, likely the summoned doctor. [frame:1]

3 people observed.

“Only it wasn't John Doe, it was Walter Bard.” 40:20 · “There's been a switch. Here's Doc Jaeger now. What's this all about, Sam?” 41:12

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Model synopsis: A man and a woman have a tense conversation in a room with curtains and a lamp; the transcript reveals they are discussing a body mistakenly taken, a police investigation, and their mutual distrust. The woman insists they must go to the police station to tell the truth, while the man initially resists, fearing it will destroy their relationship.

• A man and a woman stand facing each other in a room, appearing to have a serious conversation. [frame:1]

Named: Nora (t:42:47), Arthur (t:42:26). 2 people observed.

“Well, Bart's body must have been picked up by mistake. That's the only way it could have happened.” 41:32 · “Arthur, we've got to go to the police station and tell them the truth.” 42:26

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Model synopsis: A woman recounts entering Walter's apartment after hearing a confrontation, finding him dead after he drank something. A man escorts her out while another woman waits nearby. The transcript reveals a prior argument over divorce and papers, and a possible shooting.

• A man escorts a woman out of a room while another woman is visible nearby. [frame:1]

Named: Nora (t:43:50), Walter (t:43:56), Arthur Templeton (t:44:12), Miss Bradley (t:44:47). 7 people observed.

“Well, we were. Nora was there when Bard died.” 43:50 · “I'm in love with Arthur Templeton. We want to get married.” 44:12

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Model synopsis: A character recounts moving a body and staging a scene to protect Nora, while another character is questioned about poisoning. The final frames show a woman in a hat being addressed by a man in an office setting.

• A figure is seen carrying a body down a dark staircase. [frame:1]
• A woman in a hat stands in an office with a map on the wall. [frame:2]
• A woman in a hat speaks to a man in a suit. [frame:3]

Named: Nora (t:45:55), Lieutenant Carson (t:49:15), Flossie (t:49:15), Biddle (t:49:47), Max Calvert (t:51:31), Luther Bradley (t:51:24), Walter Bart (t:51:27), Johnny Bradley (t:49:01), Bard (t:45:39), Todd (t:45:50). 12 people observed.

“I went to see Bart for the same reason Nora did. I thought perhaps I could get him to change his mind about the divorce.” 45:55 · “Get the body out of the place.” 47:03

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Model synopsis: A woman named Flossie enters a man's office to demand money owed by someone named Stiff; the man, addressed as Lieutenant, questions her about transactions with Bard and the presence of Dr. Yeager. The setting is an office with bookshelves and a desk, and the conversation reveals a debt and a recent visit to an apartment building.

• Flossie stands in the office holding a tray of flowers while the Lieutenant sits at his desk. [frame:1]
• The Lieutenant holds a small object and looks at it while speaking. [frame:2]
• The Lieutenant continues to examine the object while speaking. [frame:3]
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Named: Flossie (t:53:14), Lieutenant (t:53:05). 2 people observed.

“Say, is that nutty woman that sells flowers still in the building?” 53:00 · “All right, Flossie, the lieutenant will see you now.” 53:14

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Model synopsis: A person is visible on a balcony behind an ornate railing, holding a light source. Spoken lines describe someone being scared and looking around, but no named person is identified.

• A person stands on a balcony holding a light source. [frame:1]

1 person observed.

“Come on.” 54:36 · “Amen.” 54:38

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Model synopsis: A man in a hat and coat fumbles with a key at a door, enters, and is later asked to wait in an office. Someone requests financial reimbursement and comments on gentlemanly behavior.

• A man in a hat and coat stands in a doorway. [frame:1]

Named: Doc (t:55:37). 3 people observed.

“He could hardly find the keyhole his hand was shaking so.” 54:54 · “still acted like he was scared of his own shadow.” 55:19

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Model synopsis: Two men converse in an office; one, seated and older, is called 'Doc' and appears tired, while the other, standing, questions him about a malpractice case and a man named Bard. No names are spoken that identify either man beyond 'Doc' and 'Sam'.

Named: Doc (t:56:07), Sam (t:56:20). 2 people observed.

“Come in, Doc.” 56:07 · “You don't look well, Doc.” 56:11

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Model synopsis: A confrontation unfolds in a dimly lit interior where a man is accused of stealing evidence and poisoning a victim; the scene concludes with an arrest and a resolution involving a confession and wedding plans. A man named Zachary, identified as the 'Philadelphia Phantom,' is present and interacts with officers.

• A man in a light shirt is visible, appearing distressed, surrounded by others in a dim room. [frame:1]

Named: Zachary (t:58:41), Dr. Yeager (t:59:57), Mr. Jones (t:60:39). 7 people observed.

“I wonder what happened to the evidence he dug up.” 56:34 · “Whoever said that's a liar? Who's calling me a liar? It's yourself that's the liar. I seen you, a sneaking into the poor murdered boy's apar…” 57:11

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Model synopsis: The final frame shows a title card reading 'The End' with distribution credit to Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation. No people, actions, or objects are visible beyond the text.

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