Summaries

1950. Drama. Directed by John Gilling. Writer Robert Southley finds his lifestyle threatened by blackmail from a former American criminal associate. Stars Hugh Sinclair, Dinah Sheridan & John Laurie.

After crime-writer Robert Southley finds his well-healed London lifestyle threatened by blackmail from a former American criminal associate, he murders him. He is surprised when a Scotland Yard friend then invites him to help solve the case. To make matters worse, his loyal secretary also starts investigating, thinking she is helping.—Jeremy Perkins {J-26}

Details

Keywords
  • murder
  • blackmail
  • lie
  • b movie
  • british noir
Genres
  • Crime
  • Drama
Release date Sep 7, 1950
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United Kingdom
Language English
Filming locations Alliance Studios, Twickenham, Middlesex, England, UK
Production companies Tempean Films

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 16m
Color Black and White
Aspect ratio 1.37 : 1

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