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In the post-WW2 era, Hollywood's exploration of crime dramas extended beyond the realm of film noir, as the industry sought to experiment with new forms of storytelling. One such venture was the "semi-documentary" film genre, which aimed to present dramatic reconstructions of real-life criminal cases. Among the pioneers of this trend was director Henry Hathaway, who had previously showcased his talent with the 1945…