Cry of the City
Petty crook and cop-killer Martin Rome, in bad shape from wounds in the hospital prison ward, still refuses to help slimy lawyer Niles clear his client by confessing to another crime. Police Lt. Candella must check Niles' allegation; a friend of the Rome family, he walks a tightrope between sentiment and cynicism. When Martin fears Candella will implicate his girlfriend Teena, he'll do anything to protect her. How many others will he drag down to disaster with him?
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Cry of the City (trailer) - Out on BFI Blu-ray & DVD 22 August | BFI DVD
Shelley Winters *Cry of the City* (1948)..
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Where can I watch Cry of the City in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Cry of the City?
Cry of the City scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Cry of the City?
Cry of the City stars Victor Mature, Richard Conte, Fred Clark, Shelley Winters, and Betty Garde. Robert Siodmak is the director.
How long is Cry of the City?
Cry of the City runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did Cry of the City come out?
Cry of the City was released on September 29, 1948.
Which studio made Cry of the City?
Cry of the City was produced by 20th Century Fox in the United States.
What languages is Cry of the City in?
Cry of the City is in English and Italian, and its original language is English.
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