(1953) Sid James, Bonar Colleano, Simone Silva, Andrew James, Ted Ray, written and directed by John Gilling. James plays an Italian racketeer on the run in London. He runs into a scoop-seeking, hard-drinking reporter. The reporter (Colleano) helps him hide out in a shut-up theater and in return he gets the gangster’s life story. A little boy, who is convinced they’re secret agents, brings them food while they’re in hiding. The coppers are soon onto them, though, and a chase ensues through the dark streets of London. Very atmospheric with great settings. The beautifully exotic Simone Silva sings a couple of nice tunes. From 16mm.
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