Shoot to Kill
Shoot to Kill

Shoot to Kill

1947Movie64 minEnglish

A gritty crime story involving a newspaper man and crooked politicians.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Erle C. KentonGenres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A discharged soldier, haunted by his wartime experiences, finds himself entangled in a murder plot upon returning home. He becomes the prime suspect when a wealthy man is found dead, and he must race against time to clear his name and expose the real killer. The investigation uncovers a web of greed and deceit, pushing him further into danger.

Critical Reception

Shoot to Kill is a lesser-known noir that offers a decent, if somewhat formulaic, mystery for fans of the genre. While it doesn't break new ground, it provides a serviceable thriller with a competent cast and a gritty atmosphere typical of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers a standard but effective noir plot.
  • Features a compelling, albeit familiar, race-against-time mystery.
  • Competent performances anchor the suspenseful narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Shoot to Kill are scarce due to its limited release and age. However, those available generally find it a watchable, if unremarkable, entry into the film noir canon, appreciated for its straightforward suspense.

Fun Fact

The film was shot relatively quickly, a common practice for B-movies of the era, allowing studios to churn out content for double-feature programs.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

There's actually quite a lot of meat on the bones of this thriller. When "Dixie Logan" (Robert Kent) is framed for murder by the crooked District Attorney "Dale" (Edmund MacDonald) it falls to Luana Walters ("Marian") to take a job as his s...
John Chard

John Chard

Janitor's Crushed Body Found At Bottom Of Elevator Shaft! Shoot to Kill (AKA: Police Reporter) is directed by William Berke and written by Edwin V. Westrate. It stars Robert Kent (AKA: Douglas Blackley), Luana Walters (AKA: Susan Walters...