‘Black Dragons’ is a 1942 American thriller film directed by William Nigh, starring Bela Lugosi. The story unfolds before the United States enters World War II, as Japan’s secret Black Dragon Society conspires with Nazi forces. A brilliant scientist, Dr. Melcher, is sent to Japan, where he surgically alters six Japanese operatives to resemble American leaders. These operatives replace their real counterparts, infiltrating key positions. However, when the real Dr. Melcher returns to the U.S., he embarks on a mission of revenge, eliminating the impostors one by one. The film blends wartime intrigue, espionage, and mystery, making it a compelling entry in Lugosi’s filmography.
Credits:
Director: William Nigh
Producer: Jack Dietz, Sam Katzman
Starring: Bela Lugosi, Joan Barclay, George Pembroke, Clayton Moore
Screenplay: Robert Kehoe, Harvey Gates
Cinematography: Arthur Reed
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