The read
It runs a compact 1h 24m.
Synopsis
“Shorty” Matthews having recently been released from prison visits his girlfriend in London only to discover her murdered. Fearing he will be wrongly accused of being the culprit he disappears amongst the long-distance lorry driving community. Meanwhile, the real killer, unassuming ex-schoolteacher Walter Hoover, continues to prey on London women. As Shorty had feared he has become the main suspect. He returns to London with old flame Molly to prove his innocence.
Ratings
IMDb7/10
17 audience votes
Key crew
- Paul GangelinScreenplay
- Arthur B. WoodsDirector
- Derek N. TwistScreenplay
- Bretton ByrdOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Emlyn WilliamsShorty Matthews
- Ernest ThesigerWalter Hoover
- Anna KonstamMolly O'Neill
- Allan JeayesWally Mason
- Anthony HollesMurray
- Ronald ShinerCharlie
- William HartnellBus Conductor
- Joe CunninghamDetective Pryor
- Yolande TerrellMarge
- Jennie HartleyLandlady
- Kitty de LeghMrs. Mason
- Julie BarriePauline
Stills
Themes
british noir