The Black Marble (1980)

Name: The Black Marble
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Romance
Released: 1980-03-07
Duration: 110 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Robert Foxworth, Paula Prentiss, Harry Dean Stanton, Barbara Babcock, John Hancock

1980 • 1h 50m • Comedy, Crime • PG

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Comedy Crime Romance

PG•Mar 7, 1980•USA•1h 50m

Director: Harold Becker

Domestic: $2,500,000•Foreign: $848

LanguageEnglish

W2TCH Rating48%Poor

1 win total

Synopsis

A hard-drinking homicide detective, Valnikov, is reassigned to a simple burglary. But the case takes a strange turn as he discovers a disturbing link to the local dogcatcher, leading him into a world of dog shows, obsessive animal enthusiasts, and pet cemeteries. Valnikov's new partner, Sgt. Zimmerman, is a practical officer dealing with her own personal struggles and isn’t happy about working with the troubled detective. As they investigate together, their professional relationship develops into a quiet connection that helps them both confront their emotional issues. The film mixes crime, mystery, and personal stories to explore the darker side of animal obsession.