The read
It runs a compact 1h 30m.
Synopsis
A prostitute is murdered on the streets of a tough, low-income neighborhood. A diabetic retired boxer who knew her is appalled by the lack of interest shown in the case by the police or anybody else in the neighborhood, and decides to investigate the case himself.
Ratings
IMDb6/10
7 audience votes
Key crew
- Ernest PintoffDirector
- John O'TooleWriter
Cast
- Red ButtonsMickey Isadore
- Sylvia MilesChristine
- Alice PlaytenDella Isador
- Conrad BainVal Rooney
- Dick Anthony WilliamsMalthus
- Sam WaterstonAlex Monte
- David DoyleRoger Boulting
- Gilbert LewisSolomon The Cop
- Earl HindmanWhitey
- Ron CareyLarry The Bartender
- Jake LaMottaBartender
- Eddie LawrenceShouting Man On Street
Stills
Themes
murder of a prostitute