Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Ray Milland | ... | Simon Crawford - Q.C. | |
Sylvia Syms | ... | Sheila Larkin | |
Felix Aylmer | ... | Justice Osborne | |
Raymond Huntley | ... | John Naylor | |
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Geoffrey Lumsden | ... | Major Hugh Beresford Maitland |
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Norman Barrs | ... | Charles Milburn |
Percy Marmont | ... | Justice Matthew Gregory | |
Dulcie Bowman | ... | Lady Phyllis Gregory | |
Ewan Roberts | ... | Hamish Gillespie | |
Richard Hurndall | ... | Supt. Eley | |
Ronald Leigh-Hunt | ... | Dr. Wimborne | |
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Sandra Tallent | ... | Joanna Crawford (as Sandra Fehr) |
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Edward Waddy | ... | Usher |
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Maggie Rennie | ... | Julia Kelly (as Maggie McGrath) |
Ballard Berkeley | ... | Clerk of Court |
When the daughter of Simon Crawford, a successful barrister, is killed in what seems to be a hit and run accident, and the police are unable to find the culprit, Crawford swears that he will find the driver of the car, and take revenge. Later when his neighbour is killed in a staged burglary, the blame falls on Crawford, when a letter is found implicating the neighbour in the death of Crawford's daughter. Written by mike.wilson6@btinternet.com
If you're thinking of watching this movie, avoid looking at its posters! The studio had the bad idea of producing some with images that give away info only revealed at the end! As of this writing, sources like IMDb and Amazon Prime feature this poster, so beware!
As for the movie, expect a solid but not outstanding courtroom thriller. Gets a little far-fetched. I was surprised to learn that actor Ray Milland did some directing, including this movie that he stars in. I enjoy old movies, so I didn't mind that this film feels like it was made by a journeyman in 1948 instead of 1968. The direction and most of the acting are simple. However, the set design and the late 60s color look rich. The Old Bailey sets could've come straight from Rumpole of the Bailey.
Of special note is Sylvia Sims, who gives the strongest performance as a competent young barrister.