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The Midnight Story (1957)

89 min  -  Crime | Film-Noir | Drama  -   August 1957 (USA)
6.8
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Beloved priest Father Thomasino is murdered in a San Francisco alley, and the police have few clues... See full summary »

Director:

Joseph Pevney

Writers:

Edwin Blum (screenplay), Edwin Blum (story), and 1 more credit »
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Tony Curtis ...
Joe Martini
Marisa Pavan Marisa Pavan ...
Anna Malatesta
Gilbert Roland ...
Sylvio Malatesta
Jay C. Flippen Jay C. Flippen ...
Sgt. Jack Gillen
Argentina Brunetti ...
Mama Malatesta
Ted de Corsia Ted de Corsia ...
Lt. Kilrain
Richard Monda Richard Monda ...
Peanuts Malatesta
Kathleen Freeman Kathleen Freeman ...
Rosa Cuneo
Herb Vigran Herb Vigran ...
Charlie Cuneo
Peggy Maley Peggy Maley ...
Veda Pinelli
John Cliff John Cliff ...
Father Giuseppe
Russ Conway Russ Conway ...
Det. Sgt. Sommers
Chico Vejar Chico Vejar ...
Frankie Pellatrini
Tito Vuolo Tito Vuolo ...
Grocer
Helen Wallace Helen Wallace ...
Mother Catherine
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Storyline

Beloved priest Father Thomasino is murdered in a San Francisco alley, and the police have few clues. But traffic cop Joe Martini becomes obsessed with finding the killer; he suspects Sylvio Malatesta. Ordered off the case, Joe turns in his badge and investigates alone. Soon he is a close friend of the Malatesta family, all delightful people, especially lovely cousin Anna. Uncertain whether Sylvio is guilty or innocent, Joe is now torn between old and new loyalties. Written by Rod Crawford <puffinus@u.washington.edu>  

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Plot Keywords:

Priest | Murder

Genres:

Crime | Film-Noir | Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Appointment with a Shadow See more »

Filming Locations:

San Francisco, California, USA

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Technical Specs

Runtime:

Sound Mix:

Mono (Westrex Recording System)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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Trivia

In August 1957, this film was being shown on a double bill with Tammy and the Bachelor. See more »

Connections

Referenced in Chappaqua (1966) See more »