Dancing with Crime
Dancing with Crime

Dancing with Crime

1947Movie83 minEnglish

When his best friend is murdered inside a London dancehall, a cab driver and his girlfriend involve themselves in the investigation and discover a major criminal operation hiding behind the club's friendly facade.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: John Paddy CarstairsGenres: Crime, Film-Noir, Thriller

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary bank clerk, Tom Pellatt, finds himself entangled in a criminal underworld when his girlfriend's brother asks him to hold onto a bag of stolen money. As he tries to navigate this dangerous situation, Pellatt becomes the prime suspect in a murder connected to the stolen loot. He must race against time and the police to uncover the real killer and clear his name.

Critical Reception

Dancing with Crime was a modest British crime thriller that performed reasonably well at the box office. While not a critical sensation, it was appreciated for its fast-paced plot and some well-executed suspenseful sequences, contributing to the wave of post-war British crime films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its efficient storytelling and suspenseful atmosphere.
  • Acknowledged as a competent example of British noir.
  • The performances, particularly by Richard Attenborough in an early role, were often highlighted.

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Fun Fact

This film features an early credited role for Richard Attenborough, who would later become a highly successful actor and acclaimed film director.

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CinemaSerf

Not really the best title for this ordinary British crime-noir, but Richard Attenborough ("Ted") and Shiela Sim ("Joy") put in a decent effort. He is a London taxi driver who finds himself embroiled in some criminal activities when his wart...