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Murder by Decree
(1979)
Genre(s):
Historical Detectives, Jack the Ripper, Mystery & Suspense, Sherlock Holmes
Cast:
Christopher Plummer, James Mason, Donald Sutherland, Genevieve Bujold, Susan Clark, David Hemmings, Frank Finlay, John Gielgud, Anthony Quayle; DIRECTED BY: Bob (Benjamin) Clark; WRITTEN BY: John Hopkins. PRODUCER: Avco Embassy.
Awards:
Genie 1980: Actor (Plummer), Director (Clark), Support. Actress (Bujold).
Review:
Realistic and convincing version of the Jack the Ripper story. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find a vast web of conspiracy when they investigate the murders of Whitechapel prostitutes. Based partially on facts, it's a highly detailed suspenser with interesting camera work and fine performances.
NSS:
79-21
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