The Shop at Sly Corner (1947) | Classic British Noir Thriller of Blackmail, Secrets & Murder

[00:00:19]Hallelujah.

[00:00:22]Hallelujah.

[00:00:39]Hallelujah.

[00:01:03]Happy birthday.

[00:03:29]Hello. Yes.

[00:03:31]Oh, it's you.

[00:03:34]Certainly not. We have people here my daughter is playing.

[00:03:39]Oh, I see. Yes. Then it must be tonight.

[00:03:45]Come back in an hour.

[00:04:13]I'm sorry.

[00:04:19]>> What's wrong with Margaret?

[00:04:21]>> You see, she will be a great artist already. She's temperamental.

[00:04:24]>> We'll be getting along now, Des. Good night. Many thanks.

[00:04:27]>> Good night.

[00:04:29]>> Good night. Good night.

[00:04:31]>> Good night, Mr. H.

[00:04:32]>> Good night.

[00:04:45]Professor Vanetti, I'll show you.

[00:04:50]>> I've never known that happened to Margaret before. Ah, >> well, you never know how it's going to take you.

[00:05:00]I told you to go home an hour ago.

[00:05:01]>> It was such beautiful music, Mr. Heis.

[00:05:06]>> You can feel such music, huh?

[00:05:08]>> Oh, yes, Mr. Heis. Even I especially when Miss Margaret plays it.

[00:05:12]>> Yes. Now, I told you to go home. Now, do as you are told.

[00:05:16]>> You know, it it must be wonderful to be so beautiful and so talented.

[00:05:19]>> Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. You heard what I said. Here, take your hat.

[00:05:29]Good night, Mr. High. Good night.

[00:05:52]What do you want? Signal Vanetti. Mr. Heis is here.

[00:05:55]>> What is impossible?

[00:05:56]>> Are you telling me I don't know who I am? I am here.

[00:06:01]>> Quiet. The senior is asleep. I cannot wake him.

[00:06:05]>> No. Well, I can't.

[00:06:11]>> Dr. Noise, please.

[00:06:14]>> You see?

[00:06:17]>> Well, Mr. Heis, what is it? Vanet must speak to you. It's very important. I play good. H somewhat late for such artistry. Come in here.

[00:06:32]>> Why do you call it this hour? Why do you upset my daughter? She's crying her eyes out at home.

[00:06:37]>> Oh, that's good for her.

[00:06:38]>> I know that. But you don't have to do it this way. Next time you stop teaching her the violin and start teaching her to be a woman, you consult me first. You understand?

[00:06:47]>> Sit down, Mr. Mr. Guys, I want to be honest with you.

[00:06:53]To teach your daughter, you paid me much more than you need have done.

[00:06:58]>> Why not? I charge you a little more for the antiques I sell you. So, we are quick.

[00:07:04]>> Why didn't you come tonight? Did you forget such an unimportant engagement? I didn't forget. But there was no point in my coming. There's really nothing more I can do for Margaret.

[00:07:15]I know she's good. Her technique is excellent, but there's no emotion. What?

[00:07:21]No emotion. The daughter of mine. No emotion. The daughter of a Frenchman.

[00:07:24]>> That's your fault. You keep her surrounded by antiques.

[00:07:27]>> So I'm an antique.

[00:07:28]>> A young girl needs contact with human beings.

[00:07:30]>> Shall we move into holiday camp? Or don't evade the point.

[00:07:32]>> Very well then. Advise me.

[00:07:35]>> I could arrange for her to complete her studies with Soviet.

[00:07:38]>> Subier? He's even greater than >> than I. And he's a great psychologist.

[00:07:44]He could turn Margaret from a good player into a brilliant one. Well, then take me to Sub Paris.

[00:07:54]Paris?

[00:07:57]No, she can't go to Paris.

[00:08:00]>> You could go with her. Surely you would like to see your own country again.

[00:08:05]>> This is my country.

[00:08:07]>> But you couldn't deny her.

[00:08:09]>> I would deny her nothing. I would give her the world, but my world does not include France.

[00:08:16]>> So, she will go on playing just for your friends.

[00:08:20]Not quite, Senñor.

[00:08:23]Let me tell you, she will be the finest violinist England has ever heard. Maybe Europe.

[00:08:31]We will find another way to help her.

[00:08:40]Forgive me for intruding. Good night.

[00:09:41]Oh, you young or stop prosecuting that cat. You wouldn't have copied if the governor saw you.

[00:09:47]>> You mind your own business. I'll do as I like. See >> not in my kitchen. You der two pins on >> funny place for asthma.

[00:10:38]Good morning. Could I possibly see the proprietor?

[00:10:42]>> As far as you're concerned, I am the proprietor.

[00:10:44]>> Oh, I've had it all my life and my mother before me.

[00:10:52]How much do you want for it?

[00:10:54]>> I must have £10. Yes, at least 10.

[00:10:58]>> Four.

[00:10:59]>> But you don't understand. I must have £10. You see, my daughter is >> Well, you better try somewhere else.

[00:11:11]>> I think if you don't mind, I'll see if that gentleman can give me a little more.

[00:11:15]>> You can't go in there. I'll ask him.

[00:11:19]>> Thank you.

[00:11:23]Good morning, sir.

[00:11:26]Her violin practice this morning. She must have been very upset.

[00:11:30]>> Uh, what do you want?

[00:11:33]>> Oh, who's is it?

[00:11:34]>> Uh, the young ladies. She wants £10 for it. I've said four.

[00:11:59]Yeah, give her eight.

[00:12:01]It's worth it. Take us up, Paul.

[00:12:23]One moment.

[00:12:27]>> My assistant misunderstood. Such a beautiful box is worth the £10 you asked.

[00:12:32]>> Oh, thank you. Thank you.

[00:12:35]>> We will find a nice home for it.

[00:12:38]>> I'm sure you will.

[00:12:46]What is the meaning of this?

[00:12:48]>> Well, I was only thinking of your pocket, Mr. Heis.

[00:12:50]>> Don't you think nothing of my reputation?

[00:12:51]>> Well, I only thought thought think. Have you no eyes? Can you see what it meant for her to part with this?

[00:12:57]>> Well, I was only trying to be business like, Mr. Business. Businessike. Very well. You shall be. I told you 8. You offered her four, so I had to give her 10. I shall deduct my two pounds lost from your salary, half a crown a week.

[00:13:08]And you are very lucky I do not discharge you. Don't thank me. I can't help being generous.

[00:13:14]Robert, >> hello there. Where have you sprang from >> now? Where do you think?

[00:13:21]>> Birmingham.

[00:13:22]>> Birmingham.

[00:13:23]>> The home of the Buddha.

[00:13:24]>> Let me tell you, this is a genuine Buddha from Burma.

[00:13:26]>> Uh-uh. Birmingham. He's been right around the world and nice home again.

[00:13:29]Like you. And you are the very surprised Margaret needs.

[00:13:32]>> Surprise? Didn't you get my telegram?

[00:13:34]>> No.

[00:13:35]>> Does a telegram come?

[00:13:36]>> No, Mr. H.

[00:13:38]>> Well, no matter. Come, I'll announce you. She'd be delighted to see you.

[00:13:55]Margaret, Margaret, the fleet's in.

[00:13:59]>> Aren't you feeling well?

[00:14:01]>> But you think I'm sick? I'm a messenger of love.

[00:14:03]>> Yes, dear. I know, but I'm in a hurry.

[00:14:04]Robert's waiting.

[00:14:05]>> You know?

[00:14:06]>> Yes, I've just seen his taxi outside.

[00:14:08]Uh, treason.

[00:14:15]>> So, while my daughter puts on the new dress she doesn't think I know she bought, you may show me the presents you bought for me to buy.

[00:14:21]>> Right. Now, then any offers?

[00:14:24]>> Certainly. I offer to drop it quietly in the river.

[00:14:26]>> I see. No sale. Well, now, what about this? One savages blowpipe from Senagambia and three poison darts to match.

[00:14:34]>> Oh, don't touch them. That shiny stuff on the point is Kirari. Kirari.

[00:14:38]>> Oh, yes. The native poison that produces heart failure.

[00:14:41]>> That's right. One scratch from that and you'll be selling St. Peter his golden gates.

[00:14:44]>> In meantime, I'm to sell poison to my custom.

[00:14:48]>> What else?

[00:14:49]>> Well, oh, here's a nice little thing.

[00:14:52]>> Oh, and it's okay.

[00:14:53]>> Yes, it's Japanese. I picked it up in Coobe. Wonderful carving, isn't it?

[00:14:56]>> You know, it takes a lifetime to carve that. Must be worth a bit, eh? Only when it's genuine.

[00:15:02]>> Oh, anything wrong?

[00:15:03]>> No, no, no, no, no. Well, cheer up. What else have you got? You know, I don't think I was meant to deal in antiques.

[00:15:09]>> Why? If it ain't, Mr. Robert.

[00:15:11]>> Hello, Mrs. Cat. It's >> your doctor in the Navy.

[00:15:14]>> Mhm. Cutting them up and sewing them up.

[00:15:16]>> Well, if this ain't your lucky day. I was at the hospital this morning with five doctors looking at me feet. One of them seizes me leg. And what do you think he says?

[00:15:26]>> Hello, my sweet.

[00:15:28]>> No, he wasn't that kind of >> Robert. Oh, it's good to see you again.

[00:15:36]You're more beautiful than ever.

[00:15:38]>> Is that your taxi ticking up outside?

[00:15:40]>> It can wait.

[00:15:41]>> Where are we going?

[00:15:42]>> Anywhere. Job, you look terrific.

[00:15:45]Shakespeare couldn't have put it better.

[00:15:48]Will£10 do? Fine.

[00:15:50]>> What for?

[00:15:51]>> Then it's okay. It's quite a good one.

[00:15:53]But you said don't take any notice of what the dealer says. Watch his eye.

[00:15:58]Watch his thumb. And watch his daughter.

[00:16:03]See that she takes care of her new dress. Sure.

[00:16:06]>> Of course, it's a fine specimen, but it strikes me that 75 Guinness is a bit steep.

[00:16:10]>> Well, you won't find another at that price. Have a good time.

[00:16:14]>> Well, certainly what I've been looking for. Are you quite sure there can be no reduction in price?

[00:16:19]>> Quite sure.

[00:16:30]>> There will. I'll have it. Lucky swine.

[00:16:34]>> I think.

[00:16:43]>> Yes.

[00:16:45]Where are you speaking from? I see. Very well. Then in 10 minutes.

[00:16:56]>> What the devil? Why are you still here?

[00:16:59]>> I've just been marking up the new stuff, Mr. Heis. Been so busy today, I didn't have a chance.

[00:17:03]>> But this gives you a chance to run up a little overtime, huh?

[00:17:06]>> I must say I can do it, Mr. Heis. I'm not exactly overpaid, you know.

[00:17:10]>> Yeah, I paid exactly what you have worth. Now, be off with you.

[00:17:13]>> Mr. Heis, would you um would you tell me the price you want to put on this?

[00:17:18]>> Ask me in the morning.

[00:17:20]>> Why?

[00:17:21]>> I'd rather like to buy it.

[00:17:23]>> You are you mad? I'm reserving this for a connoisseur.

[00:17:28]Besides, you are here to sell, not to buy. Now put your things away and go home and bring your head down.

[00:17:33]>> Down?

[00:17:34]>> Out of the clouds, my boy. Out of the clouds.

[00:17:39]>> Good night, Mr. What in the name of heaven are you doing out there?

[00:18:14]>> Catch a new man. I shouldn't wonder. Me lungs is something horrible.

[00:18:17]>> Well, don't leave them hanging about in the night there. I told you to go home.

[00:18:20]>> Bet you did, sir. Two hours a me time.

[00:18:22]Well, I forgot to tell you I left your supper in the fridge.

[00:18:25]>> All right. All right. One off now. I can't stand you moping about the place.

[00:18:28]>> Oh, you're not expected to. I can't stand myself sometime. I went through with a white Hello, Flo. Hello, dear.

[00:19:29]>> Who are you? Cynthia, I would prefer not to reply. I don't want to make your lives miserable.

[00:19:37]>> Good evening, Mrs. Kate. What would it be? A drop of gin?

[00:19:40]>> Yes, Mr. Love Glove. I think a drop of gin would be perfectly safe.

[00:19:44]>> Would you like the news on, ladies?

[00:19:46]>> T, I'm sure.

[00:19:50]>> And here is a police message. A burglary took place an hour ago at the home of Lady Castleton. Jewelry of considerable value is missing. Will anyone having seen suspicious activities at the vicinity of Portchester police?

[00:20:01]>> The Portchester police job, eh?

[00:20:04]Good. Morris, >> what's good about it? It's the nearest thing I've ever been on. I was as close to that cop as I am to you.

[00:20:13]>> You came straight here. I've told you never to do that.

[00:20:16]>> Well, I couldn't help it. I had to talk to somebody. Have you any idea what it means to rob a house?

[00:20:21]>> A very nice prophet, if you are wise.

[00:20:24]The watching, the waiting, then the getting in. Have you any idea what that does to your nerves?

[00:20:30]>> You should be covered by government health insurance.

[00:20:32]>> Yes. The other chap's got a gun, you get shot. Well, the police are on before you know where you are. And it's 3 years in jug. No thanks.

[00:20:42]I'm giving it up.

[00:20:45]>> You're right, Morris. It's time we retired, both of us.

[00:20:51]>> Well, can't you take a joke? It is no joke when you start to develop an imagination and try to kill it with whiskey. It's dangerous.

[00:21:01]>> I'll be all right tomorrow. I wasn't serious.

[00:21:04]>> But I am. But >> you can't be. We've known each other for years. We're We're partners.

[00:21:10]>> I know, Marius. But now I'm dissolving the partnership.

[00:21:14]>> Well, I've done my part of the job, haven't I? Jobs I've never touched without you behind me.

[00:21:19]Can't just walk out like that. I can and so can you. We agreed on that when we started.

[00:21:26]>> Well, maybe. But but why start something you don't intend to finish.

[00:21:32]>> Why?

[00:21:36]Why?

[00:21:37]I'll tell you, my friend.

[00:21:40]I'll tell you something I've never told a living soul before.

[00:21:45]You see, when I started in this business, I felt society owed me a debt.

[00:21:50]The law no longer inspired my respect.

[00:21:53]It had taught me you could be punished when you were innocent.

[00:22:00]You see this picture, Morris? It is the one thing in this place that is not for sale.

[00:22:08]A small boy once lived there.

[00:22:11]The town was very poor.

[00:22:14]It was a hard winter, a hungry winter.

[00:22:19]The boy lived with his mother. She was ill. He had her calling for fruit. Fruit in mid- winter. He contrived to get some. Not quite legally.

[00:22:31]But uh when he got home, his mother had no use for fruit.

[00:22:36]He got 14 months.

[00:22:39]One month for each year of his age.

[00:22:43]Then he drifted to M. They were a tough lot. But 14 months in a French prison is a good enough passport to hell and visa forever.

[00:22:53]Then one night there was a scuffle.

[00:22:57]A drunken sea captain was stabbed. When the Jean arms caught them, two of the boys had knives. They were guillotined.

[00:23:05]Our boy had never owned a knife.

[00:23:09]Violence and death were the two things he hated most. He was sent to Devil's Island.

[00:23:15]What happened then?

[00:23:17]>> Then he escaped and he got to England.

[00:23:20]But flogging leaves its marks and our boy was to carry them all his life.

[00:23:37]Horrible.

[00:23:39]>> You see, Maurice, I too have served my apprenticehip.

[00:23:45]That is why I can never return to my country. Why it is unsafe for my daughter to go there?

[00:23:50]>> You mean she might find out?

[00:23:53]>> She thinks of me as an honest man. I want her to go on thinking so.

[00:23:57]>> You're safe enough here.

[00:23:58]>> No, Morris. Our business is never safe.

[00:24:02]Life has cheated me. I shan let it cheat my daughter. Now this is the time to stop. I want to devote the rest of my life to Margaret and maybe a few chickens.

[00:24:41]So you wanted to give us A little fright, huh?

[00:24:44]And it looks as if you succeeded.

[00:24:51]Now, back to business. That stuff you just brought in, at a rough guess, I would say 5,000.

[00:24:58]>> 5,000. Take it or leave it. But the stuff's not worth half that. Would you insult me to my face? Since when did I not know the value of diamonds? H.

[00:25:09]>> Thanks.

[00:25:10]Why not use it for a little holiday? I'm told Ireland is very good for the nurse.

[00:25:15]>> I thought of that tool.

[00:25:26]>> I'll send you a postcard.

[00:25:27]>> No, don't. Everyone reads them. It's a national custom. It's a long >> Thanks.

[00:27:12]Look at this.

[00:27:16]Heat. Heat.

[00:28:56]What are you doing here?

[00:28:58]>> No harm in having a look around, is there, Mr. Heis?

[00:29:02]>> You have no business here and you know it.

[00:29:06]What did you come back for?

[00:29:09]>> I didn't come back, Mr. Heis.

[00:29:14]You've been here >> all the time. I never left.

[00:29:19]>> Then you can leave now at once. Do you hear? Before I get annoyed.

[00:29:25]>> You won't, Mr. Heis.

[00:29:32]People like you can't afford to get annoyed. Mr. Heis, >> are you young?

[00:29:36]>> Shut up. I'm doing the talking now. I had a hunch there was something fishy about these busy evenings of yours. I've waited a long time for this Mr. High and mighty heist. Highass dealer in antiques. Highclass fence. Drop it.

[00:29:58]Right.

[00:30:00]Much better. Let me do the talking.

[00:30:02]Quite a change to an I like it. I must never presume to talk. That was too good for a shop boy. It was reserved for Mr. Convict Heis and his family, wasn't it?

[00:30:15]>> You'll be sorry for this, Archie.

[00:30:21]>> My place was in the shop, licking the boots of your classy customers. But you weren't so high class as a murderer, Mr. Heist. They got you for that once, didn't they? And they'll get you again unless you're very, very careful.

[00:30:38]What do you want from me?

[00:30:43]I haven't quite made up my mind.

[00:30:54]>> But Archie, I want some new earrings.

[00:30:56]>> Shut up. You had a bracelet last month, didn't you?

[00:31:00]>> This is one of the fastest cars on the road, sir. This performance is outstanding. The price is a little high.

[00:31:05]The price doesn't matter.

[00:31:07]I'll give you £1,000 now and the rest in the morning.

[00:31:09]>> Thank you, sir.

[00:31:15]>> I'm sorry, sir. The shop's just closing.

[00:31:17]The shop's never closed to me.

[00:31:21]>> Tell the old man I'm here, will you?

[00:31:23]>> I'm afraid Mr. Heis is on the phone at the moment, sir.

[00:31:26]>> Okay, I'll wait.

[00:31:38]Daddy, daddy, daddy, what do you think?

[00:31:42]I'm going to play at St. Peter's.

[00:31:44]>> You are?

[00:31:44]>> The professors arranged it. They're having a sort of sacred concert during Eden Song. I'm to play the Avi Maria.

[00:31:50]And Daddy, what else do you think?

[00:31:52]>> My head won't think twice in one day. My student, >> it's going to be broadcast.

[00:31:57]>> Bravo. Oh, just think of who will be listening.

[00:32:00]>> I know of one who will be.

[00:32:03]Congratulations.

[00:32:05]>> Thank you. I say, Archie, another new coat.

[00:32:09]>> Do you like it?

[00:32:10]>> Yes, but that legacy of yours won't last forever, you know.

[00:32:15]>> It'll last as long as I want it to.

[00:32:18]Uh, I've been waiting to see you. I got bored.

[00:32:23]>> I wasn't expecting this pleasure.

[00:32:26]>> I'll run along, Daddy. I've got some letters to write.

[00:32:34]>> I've told you not to hang about here.

[00:32:37]>> I'm like a stick of dynamite, aren't I?

[00:32:39]Simply no discretion.

[00:32:41]>> Well, what is it this time? Something special for your new flat?

[00:32:45]>> That's no business of yours. I want £500 and I'll take it with me. Understand?

[00:32:50]>> Perfectly. But there is something you must understand. I've paid heavily for my indiscretion. I've paid you over and over again. A price can be too high.

[00:33:00]>> Not a price, Mr. Heis.

[00:33:02]Call it an insurance against my dropping in on the police one day. They're interested in murders and escaped convicts and fences >> and blackmailers, too. They are hard on them in this country. No, my little Archie. Go to the police if it amuses you. As well now as later.

[00:33:24]Good afternoon. Aie.

[00:33:38]>> What have she got to know about her precious father?

[00:33:47]>> You filthy little smile.

[00:33:48]>> That kind of talk won't help. I want £500. Do I get it?

[00:34:22]Um, now that you mention it, I I could do with something new for the flat. Um, radiogram perhaps.

[00:34:31]Pictures still not for sale, I suppose.

[00:34:34]We'll have to talk about it next time.

[00:34:36]Goodbye, Mr. Heis.

[00:35:02]Goodbye.

[00:35:04]>> 175. I'm offering. Come, gentlemen. Must I remind you that this is a genuine Athenian piece dated 6 centuries BC.

[00:35:12]Have you ever seen finer craftsmanship?

[00:35:15]>> 250.

[00:35:16]>> 250. Any increase on that?

[00:35:20]275 >> 400 >> 400 25 50 500 £500 I'm offered any advance on that it's against you sold for £500 Mr. Clever.

[00:35:39]>> Now, gentlemen, we come to lot number 78.

[00:35:48]>> Hello there.

[00:35:49]>> Oh, no. Still thinking of setting up as my arrival. I just dropped in to see the fun, but you've let me down. I never thought you'd let pl off so cheaply.

[00:35:56]>> Oh, Dad, it's risky. Since when have you dodged a risk? Not losing a nerve, are you? H.

[00:36:02]>> You can't afford nerves in my business.

[00:36:05]>> Worried about anything?

[00:36:06]>> No, of course not.

[00:36:08]Margaret says you've been a bit off color lately, not sleeping too well and so on.

[00:36:11]>> Margaret, you mean she's worried about me?

[00:36:15]>> Yeah, she has an idea that you've been borrowing from Archie Fellows.

[00:36:19]>> Me borrowing from Archie.

[00:36:26]>> Yes, it sounds absurd. I know. But >> well, he keeps on calling in. Well, why shouldn't he wish to buy from his old employer? And tell Margaret if I'm of color, it's due to old age and not to arch your fellows.

[00:36:40]>> Right. Shall I get your taxi?

[00:36:41]>> No, no. I have an appointment. It's not too far to walk. Run along, my boy.

[00:36:44]>> Goodbye.

[00:36:57]Well, I can't see anything in it myself.

[00:36:59]No glamour.

[00:37:05]I love glamour. Don't you?

[00:37:10]Archie said that picture meant everything to somebody and he got it for nothing. Can you beat him?

[00:37:37]How much longer will Archie be?

[00:37:39]>> Archie? He never says. He just tells me if anyone drops in, try and entertain them. Well, I'm trying.

[00:37:52]>> Well, well, well. Look who's here. What a pleasant surprise.

[00:37:56]>> You've been a long time. Where have you been? business.

[00:38:00]>> What is this?

[00:38:01]>> More business.

[00:38:04]>> Nice way to treat a lady.

[00:38:08]>> And don't let the porter get fresh with you.

[00:38:12]>> Now, what can I do for you, Mr. Heis?

[00:38:15]>> You can listen to a proposition.

[00:38:18]My final proposition.

[00:38:19]>> Oh, you don't say.

[00:38:22]>> You have to leave the country.

[00:38:23]>> Really?

[00:38:28]Why? Don't tell me Margaret's beginning to cut none.

[00:38:31]>> We leave her out of this.

[00:38:37]>> I'm willing to deposit the sum of money in a bank to be paid to you over a period of 5 years.

[00:38:45]>> That's very generous of you.

[00:38:46]>> The bank will be in Canada.

[00:38:52]>> Supposing I don't like Canada.

[00:38:55]£15,000.

[00:38:57]What do you say?

[00:38:59]>> Oh, not bad. Not bad at all. I'll think it over and let you know >> when.

[00:39:06]Tomorrow maybe say around 7.

[00:39:09]>> Very well. I'll expect you.

[00:39:14]>> On second thoughts.

[00:39:16]>> Yes.

[00:39:18]>> Well, 5 years is a long time.

[00:39:22]If you can make it 20,000.

[00:39:26]>> Yes, I might even do that.

[00:39:29]>> I'm beginning to think I shall like Canada.

[00:39:31]>> That's sensible of you, Archie.

[00:39:53]Hello there.

[00:39:56]>> When did you get back from Ireland? A >> few hours ago. I was just on my way around to see you. I'm uh I'm on to a job, but I don't suppose you'll be interested.

[00:40:06]>> No. And I doubt if you'll be either.

[00:40:10]>> Why? What is it?

[00:40:13]>> What's wrong?

[00:40:16]You remember the last night you came to the shop?

[00:40:18]>> Yes. Now, the kitten scared us both. I remember >> it wasn't the kitten. It was Archie Fellows.

[00:40:25]>> Archie Fellows, >> my sharp point.

[00:40:27]>> Yes. But what about him?

[00:40:29]>> He was there, hidden behind the screen.

[00:40:32]>> You mean he heard?

[00:40:33]>> You heard everything.

[00:40:35]And he's been blackmailing ever since.

[00:40:39]>> Then he knows all about me, too.

[00:40:42]>> Look, Heis, I'm not living in the same world as a blackmailer.

[00:40:50]I know a couple of chaps that'll fix him.

[00:40:52]>> I would never agree to that. And you know it, Morris.

[00:40:55]>> Don't be a fool. I think no more of killing a blackmail than a rat.

[00:40:58]>> You forget I've been through it all. No, Morris.

[00:41:04]I offered him a lump sum on condition he goes abroad.

[00:41:07]>> You think he'll go?

[00:41:09]>> I think so. He may haggle over terms, but there is a good chance he'll agree in the end. Well, I hope you're right.

[00:41:17]As much for his sake as ours. But remember, I promise you, Heis, I won't live in the same world as a black man.

[00:41:24]>> Don't get excited, Morris. It'll be all right.

[00:41:30]>> Let me know.

[00:41:41]Hang the thing. Oh, nervy, ain't you?

[00:41:44]You'll be passing out in the middle of your piece, most likely.

[00:41:47]>> I'll be all right once we get to the church.

[00:41:49]>> A nice drop of something and pull you together in no time. I could fetch you from downstairs if you like.

[00:41:54]>> No thanks. Here, fix this for me, will you, please? Ouch.

[00:41:58]>> There. Now, me own nerves ain't too good, neither. I always say a nice drop or something.

[00:42:04]>> The only time for a drop is when you finished your job.

[00:42:07]>> I have finished, sir.

[00:42:09]>> Good. Then you may go downstairs.

[00:42:11]>> Yes, sir. And keep an ear open for the doorbell. I'm expecting a visitor.

[00:42:15]>> Oh, yes, sir.

[00:42:17]>> How do I look?

[00:42:22]>> Much too smart for a country girl.

[00:42:25]>> Country girl?

[00:42:26]>> Yes, my little one. I'm going to retire and raise chickens.

[00:42:30]>> You mean leave the shop?

[00:42:33]>> I'm thinking of selling it. But >> why have you been speculating, Daddy? Have you lost money?

[00:42:42]Wiser man than I have made mistakes. But there will be something left.

[00:42:49]Your studies will continue.

[00:42:51]>> It's not me I'm thinking of. It's you.

[00:42:54]Everything you love is here.

[00:42:56]>> It is wherever you are, my dear. While you need me, I ask no other place than that.

[00:43:02]>> Well, I shall always need you.

[00:43:04]>> Not always. But now we have a job to finish. You must see that a good artist grows into a great one. And maybe for that the good country will be best.

[00:43:14]Listen my dear, these are my plans.

[00:43:19]>> They'll be down in a minute. I shouldn't wonder.

[00:43:21]>> Okay. I'll make myself at home.

[00:43:23]>> Yes, sir. You're not one of them what has to wait to be asked.

[00:43:27]>> Well, Mrs. Cat, will you uh >> Yes, of course I will.

[00:43:29]>> Will you be going to the concert this evening?

[00:43:31]>> Of course I will.

[00:43:54]The shop's closed. You know that >> shop's never closed to me.

[00:44:04]>> So they checked you at the Navy, eh?

[00:44:05]>> Well, I'm waiting to be demobilized if that's what you mean. What are you here for? To >> see the old man, of course.

[00:44:11]>> Mr. Heis is busy.

[00:44:12]>> Tell him I'm here, will you?

[00:44:13]>> Mr. Heis is busy. It's important business.

[00:44:17]>> Meaning I'm not.

[00:44:19]>> Well, that's a matter of opinion.

[00:44:20]>> Are you trying to be offensive?

[00:44:22]>> If I were, you'd know it.

[00:44:25]>> Okay.

[00:44:29]Uh, still no sale for the poison darts, I see. You know, these ought to come in handy in your profession. If you happen to make a mistake, your patient cons out of heart failure, no one's any the wiser.

[00:44:42]>> I suppose that's meant to be funny.

[00:44:45]Isn't it?

[00:44:48]>> Hello.

[00:44:49]I remember this.

[00:44:52]Still for sale, I suppose.

[00:44:53]>> Evidently.

[00:44:56]>> I'll have it. Tell the old man to chalk it up, will you?

[00:44:58]>> You mind putting that back?

[00:44:59]>> You'll keep your blasted hands off me just cuz I have to serve in the shop.

[00:45:02]You think I'm nobody.

[00:45:03]>> So long as I'm here, you're going to learn to mend your manners.

[00:45:05]>> I'll have to teach you differently. Like I've taught some other people.

[00:45:08]>> Meaning what?

[00:45:09]>> Margaret doesn't mind my manners. In fact, she's learned to like it. you.

[00:45:12]>> If you knew what's what, you go back in the Navy and leave the coast clear.

[00:45:15]>> I've been looking forward to this.

[00:45:19]>> Come on. Out. Out.

[00:45:25]>> I won't forget this hurry. Remember that.

[00:45:47]Robert Margaret, it won't be a minute.

[00:45:50]You haven't been bored with waiting.

[00:45:51]>> Well, not exactly. As a matter of fact, I've just been having a go at that ex shop boy of yours.

[00:45:57]>> Archie, what happened?

[00:45:59]>> I threw him out.

[00:46:01]>> Robert, you didn't?

[00:46:01]>> I did. I'm afraid I sucked him into the bargain.

[00:46:06]>> You socked him?

[00:46:08]>> Hard? Well, uh, hard enough.

[00:46:11]What did he say?

[00:46:12]>> Well, Robert, excuse me.

[00:46:23]Hello. Oh, yes, Archie. Yes, I know. I'm sorry to have missed you. And never mind. Tomorrow will do.

[00:46:33]Tonight? That's impossible. You see, I'm going out. It's something I can't put off. I'll be along in half an hour. See, if you're not there, I know where I can find you. And I can talk as well in a church as anywhere else.

[00:46:46]>> Very well. I'll be here.

[00:46:58]>> Good evening, Professor. I'm not late, am I?

[00:47:00]>> Oh, no. There's plenty of time. But >> it seems so strange that he'd let a headache keep him at home. It came on so suddenly. There must be something behind it all. Robert, I'm frightened.

[00:47:11]>> I know, darling, but try not to worry about it now.

[00:47:14]>> Come now, I show you your place.

[00:47:32]Uh, come in.

[00:47:36]It's good you're puncture.

[00:47:39]There are some details to discuss about the trip. I've been inquiring about transport.

[00:47:44]The French have a very good line.

[00:47:47]Comfortable ships, I'm told, and quite fast. Sit down. You should be in Canada in five or six days. And once you get there, >> you can forget Canada.

[00:48:02]>> I've warned you, Archie.

[00:48:04]That's all I'm prepared to do. It's all I can do.

[00:48:10]>> Tough, isn't it? I could cry my eyes out. That's why I'm going to make things easier for you, Mr. Heis.

[00:48:17]>> What is it now?

[00:48:18]>> All I want is the right kind of opportunity. You know, some sort of position in life. Little business, maybe.

[00:48:25]>> Business?

[00:48:26]>> Why not? Look at yours. Wonderful opportunity. Something to be proud of.

[00:48:30]old establishment, classy clientele, and a sideline that's a real money maker.

[00:48:37]Might be run better. Of course, you know, you could do with someone to share the responsibility.

[00:48:45]>> I see you want a partnership.

[00:48:48]>> That's it. What could be more natural than to keep it in the family?

[00:48:54]>> The family?

[00:48:56]You know, something happened a little while ago this evening that gave me a new idea.

[00:49:04]I'm going to marry Margaret.

[00:49:13]You don't want Margaret. You want my business?

[00:49:17]>> I intend to have both.

[00:49:19]>> My daughter is engaged.

[00:49:21]>> Engagements could be breath. Now, you have a lot of influence with Margaret.

[00:49:24]She'll do anything you say.

[00:49:28]And what if I refuse?

[00:49:29]>> If she knew the truth about you, she'd marry me to keep me quiet.

[00:49:49]Think it over.

[00:49:59]Why aren't we listening to her?

[00:50:08]We wouldn't want to disappoint her, would we?

[00:50:26]She'll marry me. All right.

[00:50:30]She won't like it. Just at first.

[00:50:34]I'm not sure that I mind that.

[00:51:12]Huh?

[00:51:23]Hey.

[00:51:25]Hey. What's the matter with you? Are you all right?

[00:51:29]Hey, you can't die on me now. Come on.

[00:51:31]Snap out of it.

[00:51:34]>> That's better.

[00:51:48]Lighten our darkness, we beseech thee, O Lord, and by thy great mercy, defend us from all perils and dangers of this night.

[00:51:57]>> Maltain, Marita, you were excellent.

[00:52:01]>> Your poor control could have been better. But you are not staying for the rest of the service.

[00:52:07]>> I'm sorry. No, my father's not well and he's all alone. You'll explain to the vicor for me, won't you? And thank him for letting me play.

[00:52:13]>> Thanking him as a vicer who should thank me. Thank you, my dear.

[00:52:18]>> Goodbye.

[00:52:18]>> Goodbye.

[00:52:19]>> Goodbye.

[00:52:43]You've brought your car.

[00:52:44]>> Well, you told me to and my telephone.

[00:52:47]>> I had to break a rule. I need your help badly.

[00:52:51]>> What's the matter? Tough spot.

[00:52:54]>> You don't have to help me. You know, you can sleep off and forget it. And no hard feelings.

[00:53:00]>> What about the tough spot you've got me out of? Come on. What is it?

[00:53:26]We'll both hang if they get on to this.

[00:53:31]>> Dear, I really ought to have left him all alone like that.

[00:53:34]>> Don't worry, darling. We're nearly there.

[00:54:01]That's funny. Who could be calling it this arm? You don't think?

[00:54:04]>> No, it's not Archie's car.

[00:54:06]>> You'll come in, won't you?

[00:54:08]>> Yes. Yes, I think I better have a look to your father.

[00:54:30]Happy birthday.

[00:54:50]>> Yeah. What about those? We might as well have left our visiting cards.

[00:54:57]Huh? They'll be gone in an hour in this weather. Come on.

[00:55:53]You were a little shock >> and you were a little flat. But my breakfast is in time and I'm ready for it. Oh, >> you're better.

[00:56:00]>> I told you last night that my walk had done me good.

[00:56:02]>> Oh, I wasn't just thinking of your headache. I've been worried about you for ages.

[00:56:06]>> You're very observant, my dear, but you fa to observe that there is no sugar.

[00:56:09]>> I'll get you some. Do you notice anything else?

[00:56:12]>> Yes. You've been fussing with my paper.

[00:56:13]It's inside out.

[00:56:15]>> And >> and I don't like it.

[00:56:17]>> Oh, daddy, please read it.

[00:56:21]A Maria beautifully rendered by Miss Margaret Heis as a violin solo was the outstanding feature of last night's secret concert at St. Peter.

[00:56:32]We already becoming famous. But it should be on the front page. I shall change my paper. Ring the news agent.

[00:56:39]No, get me the editor.

[00:56:40]>> Oh, don't get excited, darling. Wait for the evening papers.

[00:56:44]>> Oh, you intend to be on the front page and the evening papers?

[00:56:46]>> Yes, daddy. with headlines and the photograph maybe.

[00:56:50]>> Yes, Daddy.

[00:56:52]Please ask me why.

[00:56:54]>> Why?

[00:56:55]>> The memorial concert on Friday. Vanetti asked the director to listen to the broadcast and he did and he's including me in the program as soloist.

[00:57:05]>> You?

[00:57:06]>> Yes.

[00:57:06]>> With the British Symphony Orchestra.

[00:57:08]>> Yes.

[00:57:08]>> Wow.

[00:57:11]>> You've always believed, haven't you?

[00:57:13]>> Yes, my dear. They are very lucky to have you. Are you sure there's nothing in here about it?

[00:57:16]>> No. I've looked at all the headlines.

[00:57:18]We've just got to wait for the evening papers.

[00:57:20]>> Yes. And I have to wait for my coffee because my daughter is a star and she won't bring me sugar.

[00:57:23]>> Oh, heavens the sugar.

[00:57:26]>> Hello. Yes. Yes, that's right. Hold on, will you? It's Scotland Yard.

[00:57:33]>> Oh, it'll be Major Elliot still after Madison clock. High speaking.

[00:57:39]Archie fellas. Yes, he was.

[00:57:42]You can't mean that surely.

[00:57:45]Of course, I'll come meet Elliot. Oh, I know his room. We are good friends.

[00:57:50]Goodbye.

[00:58:05]>> Come in.

[00:58:07]>> Inspector Robson, sir. I've tried to convince him that I don't need announcing at Scotland Yard. Watch him Robson or you buy the rogues gallery from us and sell it back to us at a profit. Hey you old villain.

[00:58:16]>> No but the lonely niche. The rogues gallery is very up to date.

[00:58:21]>> We thank you. All right Robson sit down won't you?

[00:58:24]>> Thank you. What do you got there?

[00:58:26]>> Oh just something I picked up.

[00:58:27]>> Well what can I do for you? Well it's about the fellow's case. I was wondering if you could tell me anything about him.

[00:58:34]>> Well I employed him as a shop assistant until he beded himself.

[00:58:39]>> Anything about his family? I'm afraid not. He must have had some, I think.

[00:58:44]>> Yeah, rather imagine so.

[00:58:46]>> I mean, uh, that legacy of his.

[00:58:48]>> Yes. Yes. Where did that come from?

[00:58:51]>> I believe he mentioned an aunt.

[00:58:54]>> Oh, stop fiddling with that string.

[00:58:58]I wanted to make sure it was safe. It's rather valuable, you know. Come in.

[00:59:13]Mhm. Thank you, Johnson.

[00:59:21]>> Did he tell you about his aunt last night?

[00:59:24]>> Huh?

[00:59:25]>> No, a few weeks ago. I hope you didn't pay too much for this inquest.

[00:59:29]>> Oh, why? It's been damaged. I don't believe it. The inlay has been lifted and badly replaced. Still it's worth3 or four pounds.

[00:59:38]>> I gave 15 for it >> from PL. Pity you changed to antique dealer.

[00:59:43]>> No, I didn't. I just happened to see it.

[00:59:45]That's all.

[00:59:45]>> You didn't see it very clearly.

[00:59:48]>> Well, anything else I can tell you?

[00:59:50]>> Yes. Did you see Archie fellas last night or didn't you?

[00:59:54]>> That is so which is >> I didn't. Or when did you see him last?

[00:59:59]>> Last week perhaps.

[01:00:05]1:00.

[01:00:07]>> The Dresden clock, eh? No much better than that. Personal property of Lady Hamilton and still in going order.

[01:00:14]>> Oh, go on. Go on. Undo it. Well, if you insist.

[01:00:20]Arch's death must have been a bit of a shock, eh?

[01:00:22]>> No. I didn't expect him to live long.

[01:00:26]The young fool would drive that high car.

[01:00:29]>> He wasn't driving a car.

[01:00:32]He was dumped out of one dead.

[01:00:33]>> So I understand you're about to turn green with envy.

[01:00:41]>> Oh, lovely movement.

[01:00:45]You found the car, I suppose.

[01:00:46]>> No, but we shall.

[01:00:49]Well, how much do you want for it?

[01:00:51]>> Well, as you are my very good friend, £50.

[01:00:55]>> Now, you forget I'm your very good friend and start again, will you?

[01:00:59]£50 then I'll give you 30. 50 35 >> 50.

[01:01:05]>> You never give anything away, do you?

[01:01:11]>> Not if I can help it.

[01:01:28]Amusing creatures, aren't they?

[01:01:49]>> Yes. Just about as funny as that policeman at the gate.

[01:01:52]>> What do they know at the yard?

[01:01:54]>> Nothing definite. They're just beginning to smell around. Oh, >> they do know he was stepped out of the car and they're looking for the car.

[01:02:05]>> My car.

[01:02:07]>> Where is it?

[01:02:08]>> Outside.

[01:02:09]>> Are you mad? Now listen to me. Drive it out into the country. Leave it and get straight back to town.

[01:02:15]>> I still know it's my car, >> naturally.

[01:02:27]All you have to do is walk into a police station.

[01:02:29]>> Me?

[01:02:30]>> Yes, you. And reported stolen early last night.

[01:02:33]>> Well, I don't happen to like police stations.

[01:02:38]>> For once, they will be on your side, my friend.

[01:02:41]>> Well, I hope you're right. When do we meet again?

[01:02:44]>> This is goodbye, Morris.

[01:02:47]Good luck to you and don't lose your head.

[01:03:08]Yeah.

[01:03:18]Heat.

[01:03:43]Do you see that number?

[01:03:55]Hello headquarters. Car 5G calling.

[01:03:58]We're following EGP826 proceeding west on Kingston bypass. Over.

[01:04:07]Hello cars. Hello all cars. EGPA26 heading west on Kingston bypass. Over.

[01:04:15]Heat.

[01:04:34]Heat.

[01:04:50]Heat. Heat.

[01:05:20]Hello boy. Sorry to bother you again. It is no bother.

[01:05:26]But the price is still £50. Now, I haven't come about the clock. As a matter of fact, I know, I know, I have it. Your poker face doesn't deceive me, major. I know why you have come. Really?

[01:05:35]You want to know why I've murdered my ex shop? Right. Wrong.

[01:05:41]>> Well, then you want my advice about something you are buying from another dealer. Wrong again.

[01:05:46]>> Come on, sit down.

[01:05:48]>> As a matter of fact, I want your help.

[01:05:50]>> Oh, I want to know something about a friend of yours.

[01:05:52]>> A friend of mine?

[01:05:54]>> Remember the name of Cer Morris?

[01:05:57]Morris. Morris. Oh, yes. Tall, dark, bit on the thin side, right?

[01:06:02]>> Mhm.

[01:06:03]An occasional customer.

[01:06:06]Money, a little, but no taste. What makes you think he's a friend of mine?

[01:06:12]>> To be frank, we're guessing. We found out that Morris knew Archie fellas. You also knew Archie fell, so it seemed likely that you must know Morris.

[01:06:22]Not bad.

[01:06:25]Not bad at all. Pretty clever fell as you are.

[01:06:28]>> All in the day's work, you know.

[01:06:30]>> But surely you don't suspect Morris of the murder.

[01:06:33]>> We suspect everyone. That's our job.

[01:06:36]What are you going to do? Arrest him?

[01:06:38]>> Good lord, no. We're policemen, not undertakers.

[01:06:42]We don't prosecute dead men.

[01:06:48]Morris dead.

[01:06:50]>> Yes. Car smash. Poor fellow. How horrible.

[01:06:54]Is there something I can do?

[01:06:56]>> Well, that's why I'm here. He's got to be officially identified. I thought you wouldn't mind. It's just a formality. Of course.

[01:07:02]>> Of course. I'm delighted to be of help.

[01:07:05]Yeah. I thought you would be. Well, I'm sorry to rush you, but I got an appointment at the yard afterwards.

[01:07:10]What? Not another murder?

[01:07:11]>> Oh, no. No. Same one.

[01:07:20]Wait.

[01:07:33]Good afternoon, sir.

[01:07:33]>> Good afternoon, Briggs.

[01:07:37]>> Is Robson here?

[01:07:38]>> He's inside, sir.

[01:07:43]>> Smoke?

[01:07:44]>> Oh, no thanks. I have a cigar.

[01:07:48]>> Well, him.

[01:07:50]>> Good.

[01:07:51]>> That's one of them. I'd know him anywhere.

[01:07:53]>> Would you recognize the other one if you saw him?

[01:07:54]>> Oh, I don't know. Is he dead, too?

[01:07:57]>> He's very much alive.

[01:07:58]>> Oh, I don't want to see anymore.

[01:08:00]>> You're not going to see anymore.

[01:08:01]>> I don't want to.

[01:08:02]>> Now, pull yourself together. Get a grip on yourself. All right.

[01:08:05]>> Yeah.

[01:08:06]>> Come on then.

[01:08:09]>> Ah, Miss Dowser, this is Mr. Heist.

[01:08:13]>> Pleased to meet you, sir. I'm sure.

[01:08:15]Please, sir. I want to go home now.

[01:08:17]Please let me go out now, sir.

[01:08:19]>> Ruby, I won't keep you long. Just a few more questions. The man in there, he was one of the men at the car.

[01:08:26]>> Yes, sir.

[01:08:26]>> And the other one, what did he look like?

[01:08:29]>> I couldn't rightly say, sir, >> but you saw his face, didn't you?

[01:08:34]>> Yes, sir.

[01:08:35]>> Well, then was he was he old or was he young?

[01:08:40]>> He was a bit of both, sir.

[01:08:43]>> Yeah. Well, let's try it another way.

[01:08:47]Can you think of anyone he looked like?

[01:08:50]Did he look like me, for instance, or the inspector here? Or would you say he looked like me?

[01:08:58]Take a good look at all of us.

[01:09:19]No, sir. I couldn't rightly say you look like any of you gentlemen.

[01:09:24]>> Well, this isn't getting us much further, is it? Now, will you come in now?

[01:09:28]>> Thank you, my dear. You're being very helpful.

[01:09:31]No, >> Dr. Graham, according to your earlier statements, you last saw Archie Fillers on the night of the murder about 7:00.

[01:09:36]That's right.

[01:09:38]So far, you're the last one to see him alive.

[01:09:41]>> You had a violent quarrel with him.

[01:09:43]>> Not exactly. I should call it an argument.

[01:09:45]>> Whatever you call it, you assaulted him.

[01:09:47]>> I tipped him on the jaw if that's what you mean.

[01:09:49]>> And forcibly threw him out.

[01:09:50]>> And he deserved it, too.

[01:09:53]>> Now, what caused this friend a little argument?

[01:09:56]>> I don't see what that's got to do with his murder.

[01:09:58]>> You're not expected to. Answer the question, please.

[01:10:00]>> Well, I'll put it another way. I don't see what it's got to do with you.

[01:10:03]>> You're willfully suppressing evidence.

[01:10:05]>> I'm doing nothing of the sort. At one moment, inspector, >> now doctor, all this may seem irrelevant, but a lady friend of Arches seems to think that he was too fond of your fianceé. No, it's all right.

[01:10:16]Margaret's a friend of mine.

[01:10:17]>> I'm sorry.

[01:10:19]>> Well, well, the little rat said something about Margaret I didn't like, so I sucked him.

[01:10:24]>> I rather thought it was something like that. Well, what were your movements after this little incident?

[01:10:29]>> Well, I took Margaret to St. Peter's Church.

[01:10:32]>> Mhm. We got back about 10:00 and uh I left her and walked home >> and meet anyone on the way.

[01:10:38]>> No.

[01:10:39]>> Anyone see you enter your home?

[01:10:41]>> No.

[01:10:42]>> And you didn't see Archie again?

[01:10:45]>> No, I did not.

[01:10:46]>> No. Thank you very much. That's all. I'm sorry to kept you so long.

[01:10:54]>> Lord, where'd you get this? Why, Dr. Graham? Does it mean anything to you? I suppose it's part of the stuff Archie carried around in his pockets.

[01:11:02]>> Oh, you've seen it before, have you?

[01:11:04]>> Well, I've seen a lot of them out east.

[01:11:06]There's nobody else. You've seen this one before?

[01:11:09]>> Well, it's hard to say. They're not uncommon, you know.

[01:11:12]>> Yeah. Archie was interested in antiques, wasn't you?

[01:11:14]>> Not that I know of.

[01:11:15]>> Really? I wondered. So many of the heist treasures were found in his flat. Oh, well. See you tomorrow at 10:00.

[01:11:23]>> Tomorrow?

[01:11:23]>> You don't mind, do you?

[01:11:25]>> No. Well, >> see you tomorrow. Good day.

[01:11:33]Well, sir, >> he's lying. Of course. Now, check up on that, will you? And find out where it came from by tomorrow, if possible.

[01:11:38]>> Very good, sir.

[01:11:41]>> Hello, Joe. Any blow from New Market?

[01:11:45]Oh, six.

[01:11:47]Yes. All right. Five leaf way lies a man, dear.

[01:11:50]>> All right. All right. I ain't got good skates.

[01:11:54]>> Mr. Heist back yet?

[01:11:56]>> He is.

[01:11:57]And if it's anyone else you want to save, there's nothing doing cuz she's baffing for the concert.

[01:12:05]>> Oh, there you are.

[01:12:08]>> Look, an excellent picture of Margaret and quite a bit about the concert tonight.

[01:12:12]>> I know. I've seen it.

[01:12:13]>> Oh, nothing else?

[01:12:14]>> For what else should I look?

[01:12:16]>> Something that's been in the news for several days. The murder of Archie Fellows.

[01:12:20]>> Oh, murder against the debut. That's competition.

[01:12:23]>> I've just come from Scotland Yard. They seem to think I had something to do with it.

[01:12:27]>> You absurd.

[01:12:29]>> Oh, I know. I can care all that up. What I'm worried about is you.

[01:12:33]>> Why me?

[01:12:35]>> I wish I didn't have to tell you.

[01:12:38]>> You're Margaret's father and my friend.

[01:12:40]And >> go on.

[01:12:42]>> Well, it's about Archie coming back here that night.

[01:12:45]>> Oh, that Elliot mentioned it to me, too.

[01:12:47]It's nonsense, of course.

[01:12:48]>> Is it?

[01:12:49]>> Certainly. I was here most of the time.

[01:12:51]Surely I'd know if he came back.

[01:12:53]>> That's the trouble, sir. You do know.

[01:12:56]>> What makes you think I'm lying?

[01:12:58]>> Oh, dozens of things. Archie's visits after his sudden legacy and the change in you. You were worried out of your life. Cracking up. I could see that. And Archie was getting impossible.

[01:13:11]It came to a head that last evening when I threw him out. Then you staged a headache.

[01:13:19]>> And you're assuming quite a lot. Are you asking me to believe that a headache would keep you from Margaret's broadcast?

[01:13:27]Didn't stop you from having a visitor.

[01:13:29]It didn't stop you from going out either.

[01:13:31]>> I thought I had explained that. It >> didn't seem to matter then, but now this new thing.

[01:13:37]>> What new thing?

[01:13:39]>> The Netsuki. The one I brought back from the east. I took it away from Archie that evening and I put it on this mantle piece.

[01:13:45]>> Well, then it must still be there.

[01:13:53]It's at Scotland Yard. They found it in Archie's pocket.

[01:14:02]>> I see.

[01:14:04]>> That proves he came back here when Margaret and I were at the church. What else can it mean?

[01:14:09]He did come back, didn't he?

[01:14:22]Yes, he did come back.

[01:14:24]It was blackmail.

[01:14:27]You see, part of my business has been what you would probably call a little unorthodox and Archie found out about it.

[01:14:35]>> Yes. I'd begun to suspect that from the way he behaved.

[01:14:38]>> He never stopped me. Money. All of his money.

[01:14:41]>> And that night he wanted more. No.

[01:14:44]He wanted Margaret.

[01:14:47]>> Then I'd have killed him, too.

[01:14:51]>> You see, Robert, I'm not a violent man.

[01:14:55]I did not plan it. I did not ask him to come back.

[01:14:58]>> But what are we going to do? I mean, they'll question me again about the Netsuki. What on earth am I going to tell them?

[01:15:04]>> The truth, of course.

[01:15:04]>> Oh, you know I can't do that.

[01:15:06]>> They'll get it out of you somehow.

[01:15:07]>> Not if I can help it.

[01:15:09]>> They are cleverer than you are.

[01:15:15]No, Robert, you must not bring trouble on yourself. It wouldn't help me or anyone.

[01:15:38]They don't want to see me till 10:00 tomorrow morning.

[01:15:48]Will you trust me?

[01:15:51]I must think this out for myself, for all of us.

[01:15:56]>> We've only till tomorrow.

[01:15:58]>> Time enough.

[01:16:01]And I'm afraid I shall have things to do.

[01:16:07]Goodbye, sir.

[01:16:10]Robert about Margaret.

[01:16:17]>> You mustn't worry, sir. I'll take good care of her. Always.

[01:16:24]My friend.

[01:16:26]A very good friend.

[01:16:48]We'll wait. They will be out in a minute.

[01:16:51]>> Keep your head up, little one, and smile.

[01:16:53]>> What? Feeling like this?

[01:16:55]>> Feeling like what?

[01:16:56]>> Petrified.

[01:16:57]>> Oh, that's good.

[01:16:58]>> What's good about being frightened?

[01:17:00]>> If you weren't, you would have no feeling. If you had no feeling, you wouldn't be my daughter. If you weren't my daughter, I wouldn't be your father.

[01:17:06]How sad for both of us.

[01:17:09]>> That's better.

[01:17:10]>> You sure you won't come with us?

[01:17:11]>> No, I prefer to walk. You don't mind, >> darling? Of course not. Just as long as you're there. If you weren't, I I think I just fold up.

[01:17:18]>> Margaret, I want you to remember one thing. It doesn't really matter whether you always see me. I shall always be there when you are playing.

[01:17:28]And now they will be waiting to hear a fine artist.

[01:17:34]and to put the world at her feet.

[01:17:39]Professor Vanetti. Good evening, Mr. Heis. Good evening, Margaret.

[01:17:42]>> Good evening.

[01:17:43]>> Good evening.

[01:17:44]>> All that sounds wonderful, but I think there's something even more important.

[01:17:47]>> What could be more important?

[01:17:49]>> To be loved so much.

[01:17:50]>> Oh, my little But there is something else very important that is not to be laid off.

[01:18:01]Good luck.

[01:18:09]>> God bless you little one.

[01:18:16]>> The lady bought a bunch of other lady. Love the ever Luck, sir. Ever for luck, sir? Ever for luck?

[01:18:30]>> Luck? Huh?

[01:18:31]>> I take the lot.

[01:18:32]>> Oh, big big for your butt now.

[01:18:35]>> Oh, no. It isn't for me. I've had my share of luck and no complaints.

[01:18:42]>> My compliments, my love.

[01:18:44]>> Thank you, sir. Thank you.

[01:18:48]Heather for luck. Heather for luck.

[01:18:50]Lovely. Ladies, we'll buy a bunch of nice leather >> on the left, sir.

[01:18:59]upstairs there and to the right.

[01:19:17]>> Are you alone, sir?

[01:19:19]>> Yes, I'm afraid, sir.

[01:19:21]As a matter of fact, I'm supposed to be sitting with some friends downstairs, but I thought a little peace and quiet.

[01:19:30]>> I don't blame you, sir. That's the way to appreciate beautiful music. Can I get you anything, sir?

[01:19:36]>> Thank you. I'd like a pair of opera glasses if you've got them.

[01:20:17]Hallelujah.

[01:21:09]Hallelujah.

[01:22:08]going to be Big night, sir. The real thing.

[01:22:11]>> What you know already?

[01:22:13]>> Oh, it's in the air. You get to know after 40 years of it. I've heard the best. All of them and a lot more.

[01:22:24]Chrysler, Elman, Cubu.

[01:22:38]That's the music of happiness, sir.

[01:22:42]She'll do bigger things than that when she's known the other side of it. And when that happens, she'll be there along with them.

[01:23:53]Hallelujah.

[01:24:29]I want you to do me a favor.

[01:25:06]Excuse me, sir. There's an old gentleman upstairs and he asked me to give you this Heart failure.

[01:26:12]>> Nothing else?

[01:26:13]>> No, I've been expecting you for months.

[01:26:15]>> I'll go and fix the manager. There won't be any fuss.

[01:26:17]>> Thanks. I'll look after Margaret.

[01:26:19]>> Our appointment tomorrow.

[01:26:21]>> I'll be there.

[01:26:22]>> It won't be necessary.

[01:26:24]The case is closed.