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Raoul Leduc is a police inspector trailing a spy who plots to kidnap an important American atomic scientist. Joe Victor a gangster who is hired to carry out the abduction, balks when he learns what is at stake and helps Leduc out instead.
A former cop, now a private investigator, is framed for murder by his old partner. While trying to clear his name, he uncovers a smuggling ring involving a powerful crime boss. He must race against time to expose the truth and bring the criminals to justice before he becomes the next victim.
While not a critical darling upon release, 'A Bullet for Joey' has gained a cult following over the years for its gritty atmosphere and classic noir elements. Critics at the time often noted the star power of its leads, though some found the plot convoluted. Modern appreciation leans towards its effective tension and period details.
Praised for its suspenseful narrative and noir sensibilities.
Noted for the performances of its veteran actors, George Raft and Edward G. Robinson.
Some found the plot to be a bit predictable for the genre.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this older title, but it's generally appreciated by fans of classic crime thrillers for its effective atmosphere and performances.
The film was originally titled 'The Killer That Stalked New York' before being changed to 'A Bullet for Joey'.
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“Joey” (George Raft) arrives in Canada tasked with kidnapping a nuclear scientist on behalf of his nefarious principles. What he finds when he arrives is a rather messy state of affairs as there are already corpses mounting up and that’s at...