The Naked Street
To make an honest woman of his pregnant sister, Rosalie, callous New York mobster Phil Regal intimidates witnesses and bribes a store clerk to get Rosalie’s condemned boyfriend, Nicky Bradna, out of prison. But Regal’s meddling deeds soon backfire.
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Plot Summary
A small-time boxer gets entangled with the mob after a botched robbery attempt. He finds himself owing a debt to a ruthless crime boss, who forces him into increasingly dangerous situations to clear his name. The boxer's struggles for survival and escape are complicated by his love for a woman who may or may not be involved in his downfall.
Critical Reception
The Naked Street received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with many critics finding its plot convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. While some acknowledged its noir atmosphere and B-movie charm, it was largely overshadowed by more prominent crime dramas of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Despite a gritty premise, the film suffers from a predictable plot.
- Performances are serviceable but fail to elevate the material.
- Lacks the tension and style of superior film noir entries.
Google audience: Audience reviews for "The Naked Street" are scarce due to its age and limited distribution. Those that exist generally point to it being a forgettable crime flick with a somewhat nonsensical storyline.
Fun Fact
This film was one of Anne Bancroft's earliest feature film roles, predating her breakthrough performance in "The Graduate" by over a decade.
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