The read
It runs a compact 1h 20m.
Synopsis
When a ransom bid results in the death of a child, the police have only one lead – the old lady who witnessed the kidnapper using a public phone box. Though her recollection is vague, she volunteers to act as bait for the killer – telling the press that she had seen the kidnapper's face and she waits for him to attack.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- Frank NesbittDirector
- Neil McCallumScreenplay
- Carlo MartelliOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Dan DuryeaJohn Hopta
- Isa MirandaRosa Marotta
- Gwen WatfordJackie Hopta
- Peter MaddenSupt. Hume
- Barry WarrenDet. Sgt. Connor
- Alan EdwardsMr. Wilson
- Jean AubreyTrudy
- Arnold BellDesk Sergeant
- Patrick NewellNeighbour
- Hedger WallaceReporter
- Joe WadhamPolice Driver
- Jeff SilkReporter
Stills
Themes
british noir