Girl in the Headlines

1963

1h 34m

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5.8/10

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Crime

Drama

Mystery

Called in to investigate the murder of a model, Chief Inspector Birkett and Sergeant Saunders soon discover that the victim had been leading somewhat of an immoral life.

Directors

Michael Truman

Writers

Vivienne Knight(screenplay by)

Patrick Campbell(screenplay by)

Laurence Payne(novel by)

Stars

Ian Hendry

Ronald Fraser

Margaret Johnston

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Inspector Birkett

Sergeant Saunders

Mrs. Edith Gray

Perlita Barker

Jordan Barker

Rodney Herter

Hammond Barker

Lindy Birkett

Maude Klein

William Lamotte

Barney

Mildred Birkett

David Dane

Inspector Blackwell

Inspector

Madame Yvonne Lavalle

Patrick Holt

Walbrook

Griffith Davies

Teddy Boy

Directors

Michael Truman

Writers

Vivienne Knight(screenplay by)

Patrick Campbell(screenplay by)

Laurence Payne(novel by)

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After a young woman is found shot dead in her flat, the policemen investigating uncover her sordid life and no shortage of suspects. This routine beginning leads to a compelling thriller belying the low budget. The two cops are broght to life thanks to performances by Hendry and Fraser. The home life of Hendry consists of his supportive wife Walker and blossoming teen daughter Asher. They offer a welcome contrast to the murky world he works in. Fraser has a nagging but dutiful wife who worries about his health. The supporting cast is excellent, including Villiers as a snooty actor, Moore as a shifty casino manager and Brett as a fearful lover. The investigation encompasses illegal dope peddling, a faded opera singer and her devoted servant, and a secret homosexual club. There is a second murder by stabbing before a showdown on a boat and a shootout in a cemetery. There was made as a quick B picture but is a winner to the end.

dennyjt23 Feb, 2023