Act of Violence

Act of Violence

Film Noir, Drama, Film-Noir, Thriller 1948 Fred Zinnemann ⏱ 1h 22m EN Approved ⭐ 6.912 (108 votes)

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+acting +cinematography +writing +direction +music +atmosphere -editing

Summary

A film noir film that excels in music and atmosphere but struggles with editing. A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.

Cast

Van Heflin

Van Heflin Frank R. Enley

Robert Ryan

Robert Ryan Joe Parkson

Janet Leigh

Janet Leigh Edith Enley

Mary Astor

Phyllis Thaxter

Phyllis Thaxter Ann

Berry Kroeger

Berry Kroeger Johnny

Taylor Holmes

Taylor Holmes Gavery

Harry Antrim

Harry Antrim Fred

Connie Gilchrist

Connie Gilchrist Martha

Will Wright

Will Wright Pop

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