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Of Maestro and Man: A Contract, A Steamroom, A Finale
Manage episode 488607702 series 3582885
In Suspense #101, “Of Maestro and Man,” a former impresario turned boxing manager spirals into obsession after gambling debts force him to sell his only fighter, Ricky Martin, to a crooked promoter. But when Ricky announces he’s quitting the ring to marry and start a new life, the Maestro’s grip on reality begins to slip. What follows is a tense, steam-filled descent into betrayal and madness, as the Maestro hatches a chilling plan to ensure Ricky’s career—and life—end on his terms. A brooding tale of control, loss, and one man’s tragic finale.
Originally aired: July 20, 1944
Cast:
Peter Lorre, Richard Conte, Wally Maher
Tags:
Suspense, thriller, boxing, noir, psychological, 1940s, PeterLorre, oldtimeradio, betrayal, obsession, revenge, crime, drama, tragicfinale, fightgame, steamroom, manipulation, classic
91 episodes
Manage episode 488607702 series 3582885
In Suspense #101, “Of Maestro and Man,” a former impresario turned boxing manager spirals into obsession after gambling debts force him to sell his only fighter, Ricky Martin, to a crooked promoter. But when Ricky announces he’s quitting the ring to marry and start a new life, the Maestro’s grip on reality begins to slip. What follows is a tense, steam-filled descent into betrayal and madness, as the Maestro hatches a chilling plan to ensure Ricky’s career—and life—end on his terms. A brooding tale of control, loss, and one man’s tragic finale.
Originally aired: July 20, 1944
Cast:
Peter Lorre, Richard Conte, Wally Maher
Tags:
Suspense, thriller, boxing, noir, psychological, 1940s, PeterLorre, oldtimeradio, betrayal, obsession, revenge, crime, drama, tragicfinale, fightgame, steamroom, manipulation, classic
91 episodes
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