THE PROWLER (1951). Pretty good noir that runs out of gas before a pretty decent wrap-up. A disgruntled Policeman (Van Heflin) investigates a call from rich lovely lonely wife of a radio performer concerning a prowler peeping in while she is about to shower. He falls for her (more so after finding out about Hubby's insurance policy),pitches woo and begins an affair. The husband is killed and they are free to be together, which is where things begin to get tricky.
Most of the noir elements are here-shadowy locations and characters, violence and best laid plans not always making the grade. Worth a look. ***
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