In the suspenseful thriller "Gaslight" (1940), the haunting echoes of a long-ago murder resurface when newlyweds Paul and Bella Mallen move into the very house where Alice Barlow was tragically killed two decades earlier. Alice, a wealthy woman, fell victim to a ruthless thief in search of her jewels, and the mystery surrounding her death still lingers. Retired detective B.G. Rough, who once investigated the Barlow case, remains in the vicinity, and his instincts are piqued when he notices that Paul bears a striking resemblance to one of Alice's relatives. As Rough delves deeper into the shadows of the past, he becomes increasingly convinced that the killer may not only be lurking nearby but could also be closer than anyone suspects. With time running out, Rough must unravel the tangled web of secrets and deception before the murderer strikes again, eager to reclaim their long-lost treasure. Will he uncover the truth in time, or will history repeat itself? Prepare for a gripping tale of intrigue, suspense, and unexpected twists!