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A motorist picks up to escaped convicts. Instead of turning them over to the police he hires them to kill his wife.
A former POW, traumatized by his wartime experiences, becomes involved in a violent robbery. He struggles with his past and the moral implications of his actions as the situation escalates. The film explores themes of guilt, desperation, and the consequences of criminal activity.
Kill Her Gently was a modest crime thriller of its era, receiving a mixed to positive reception. Critics often noted its gritty atmosphere and taut pacing, though some found the plot somewhat predictable. Audiences generally responded to its suspenseful elements and the performances of its cast.
Praised for its suspenseful narrative and atmospheric tension.
Noted for solid performances, particularly from the lead actors.
Some found the plot a bit conventional for the genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment points to it being a competent and engaging crime drama for its time.
Despite being credited as the director, Christopher Lee was actually an actor in this film and did not direct it. The actual director was Lawrence Huntington.
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"Martin" (Griffith Jones) is driving home one evening when he picks up two hikers. Once in his car, he realises that they are those wanted by police having just escaped from prison. They don't know he knows, and so are rather taken aback by...