Killer's Kiss poster

Killer's Kiss( 1955)

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Her Soft Mouth Was The Road To Sin-Smeared Violence!

Overview

Davey Gordon, a New York City boxer at the end of his career, falls for dancer Gloria Price. However, their budding relationship is interrupted by Gloria's violent boss, Vincent Rapallo, who has eyes for Gloria. The two decide to skip town, but before they can, Vincent and his thugs abduct Gloria, and Davey is forced to search for her among the most squalid corners of the city, with his enemy hiding in the shadows.

    Top Billed Cast

    1. cast image

      Frank Silvera

      Vincent Rapallo

    2. cast image

      Jamie Smith

      Davy Gordon

    3. cast image

      Irene Kane

      Gloria Price

    4. cast image

      Jerry Jarrett

      Albert

    5. cast image

      Mike Dana

      Gangster

    6. cast image

      Felice Orlandi

      Gangster

    7. cast image

      Shaun O'Brien

      Landlord

    8. cast image

      Barbara Brand

      Taxi Dance Lady

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    A review by John Chard

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    Written by John Chard on Fri Mar 15 2019
    Classy, Feverish, a Mess? The second feature film directed by future critical darling Stanley Kubrick, Killer's Kiss isn't a particularly good film. With its very basic "B" film noir plot, choppy editing, post-dubbing and "interesting" acting from the unknown cast, the film should really be a chore to get through. However, it represents a worthwhile investment of our time for two main reasons. One is of course to witness the early work of a most revered and talented director. The other is because of some indelible images that exist within the piece, images crafted around authentic New York...

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    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

    75000.00

    Revenue

    -

    Keywords

    • new york city
    • woman between two men
    • film noir
    • hoodlum