RAS #691 - The D.O.A. Story

This time on Ron’s Amazing Stories we have the man who solved his
own murder. We explore the curious case of Frank Bigelow—a man
who was murdered but lived long enough to solve his own case. Sound
unbelievable? That's the premise of the 1949 film D.O.A., and
today, we're bringing you its radio adaptation from the Screen
Director's Playhouse, featuring Edmund O’Brien reprising his role.
Episode Highlights: The baffling question: "Have you ever been
murdered?" (Hopefully, no!) Film Thoughts: A humorous, insightful
look at D.O.A. (1949), starring Edmond O’Brien. Discover why this
film stands out in the film noir genre and how it became a cult
classic despite mixed initial reviews.. Radio Adaptation: Edited
for this podcast, we present the Screen Director's Playhouse
version of D.O.A., originally aired on June 21, 1951. D.O.A. is
more than just a film noir; it's a tale of irony, determination,
and dramatic flair. Frank Bigelow’s story serves as a reminder of
resilience—even when time is quite literally running out. Enjoyed
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with fellow mystery and film noir enthusiasts. Until next time—stay
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