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The Real Sherlock Holmes

201251 minNot Rateddocumentary

4.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes revolutionized detective fiction, influencing modern problem-solving and reasoning methods in law enforcement and psychology.

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The Real Sherlock Holmes

2012• 51 minNot Rated

4.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes revolutionized detective fiction, influencing modern problem-solving and reasoning methods in law enforcement and psychology.

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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes first appeared in 1887. The fictional detective transformed detective fiction and continues to influence modern media. Directed by Gary Lang, "The Real Sherlock Holmes" runs for 51 minutes. It features insights from law enforcement and psychology experts. The film connects Holmes's methods to current discussions on problem-solving and reasoning. Produced in Canada, it examines Holmes's contributions to ideas about intelligence and deduction.

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