Kansas City Confidential
Director: Phil Karlson
Actors: John Payne, Coleen Gray, Preston Foster
PlotA criminal mastermind, disguised as a police officer, orchestrates a meticulously planned robbery, using a group of ex-convicts to carry it out. Each of the criminals, recruited under anonymous circumstances, is unaware of one another's identities, and all are masked to prevent recognition. Post-robbery, the entire gang manages to escape, but a series of events causes an innocent delivery man, Joe Rolfe, to be wrongfully accused and apprehended by the police. After enduring intense scrutiny and interrogation, he is eventually released. Motivated by a strong desire for retribution and justice, Joe begins his own investigation to uncover the true criminals responsible for the heist.
His quest for answers leads him through a trail of deception and danger, where he must navigate a labyrinth of clues to track down the masked men. Joe's determination intensifies as he delves deeper into the underworld, exposing himself to great risks while trying to not only clear his name but also turn the tables on those who framed him. As the stakes get higher, alliances shift, and the real perpetrators loom closer on his radar.
Writers: George Bruce, Harry Essex, Harold Greene
Release Date: 11 Nov 1952
Runtime: 99 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Impressive and potent noir with strong performances and clever twists; The Film Detective's Blu-ray is a significant upgrade, despite lack of supplements.
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