No Hiding Place
No Hiding Place is a British television series that was produced at Wembley Studios by Associated-Rediffusion for the ITV network between 16 September 1959 and 22 June 1967. It was the sequel to the series Murder Bag and Crime Sheet, all starring Raymond Francis as Detective Superintendent, later Detective Chief Superintendent Tom Lockhart.
Insights
Plot Summary
In Paris, a tough, working-class detective named Rocco is investigating a series of brutal murders that are seemingly connected to a powerful, international crime syndicate. As Rocco delves deeper into the case, he finds himself increasingly entangled with a mysterious woman who may hold the key to uncovering the truth, while also facing dangerous opposition from those who want the murders to remain unsolved.
Critical Reception
No Hiding Place was met with mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its stylish direction and Belmondo's charismatic performance, though some found the plot somewhat convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its stylish direction and gritty atmosphere.
- Jean-Paul Belmondo's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
- Some reviews noted the plot could be intricate, occasionally bordering on confusing.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google user reviews for this older film.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Le Doulos', but was released in some English-speaking markets as 'No Hiding Place' or 'The Finger Man'.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources