CAPTURED IN CHINATOWN

Cinemavixion Review

Elmer Clifton's 1935 film, "Captured in Chinatown," offers a brisk dive into the tumultuous world of New York's Chinatown, where a fragile peace between warring tongs is shattered by a stolen wedding necklace. The narrative follows intrepid reporters Ann Parker and Bob Martin of the Daily Chronicle as they are drawn into the escalating conflict. While the human element of the story focuses on the reporters' investigation and the dangerous circumstances they find themselves in, the film notably features "Tarzan, Famous Police Dog" as a pivotal character in unraveling the mystery. The presence of a canine hero adds a unique charm to this crime drama, which ultimately resolves with the apprehension of the true culprits and the restoration of harmony. Despite its modest production values typical of the era, "Captured in Chinatown" serves as an engaging mystery that highlights the power of keen observation and, perhaps surprisingly, a loyal four-legged companion in achieving justice.