Hit and Run Gang
Detective Goto, who had sniffed out drugs as the culprit behind the murder of an elderly woman, was run over and killed while pursuing the culprit. His younger brother Matabei vowed to challenge the culprit in front of his brother's grave. A fast-paced action-packed story.
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Plot Summary
A former boxer, recently released from prison, attempts to go straight but finds himself drawn back into the criminal underworld. He struggles to protect his family from the dangerous associates he left behind. The film explores themes of redemption and the difficulty of escaping one's past in a gritty urban setting.
Critical Reception
The film received modest reviews, often cited for its gritty portrayal of post-war urban crime and its straightforward, albeit predictable, narrative. It's considered a minor entry in the film-noir genre, appreciated by fans for its atmosphere and straightforward crime storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its authentic, low-budget noir atmosphere.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot that offers few surprises.
- Noted for decent performances given the material.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often note it as a typical B-movie crime drama of its era, competently made but not particularly memorable.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the independent studio Allied Artists Pictures, known for its B-movies and exploitation films during the 1950s and 60s.
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