I Became a Criminal

Director: Alberto Cavalcanti
Actors: Sally Gray, Trevor Howard, Griffith Jones
PlotAn accomplished British pianist, Stephen, finds his life turned upside down when his older brother falls victim to a brutal murder. Deeply affected by this tragedy, Stephen seeks justice and confronts the powerful gangster responsible for his brother's death. However, his quest for revenge leads him into a dangerous world of crime and deceit. As he navigates the underworld, he begins to lose his grip on his once respectable life. His choices increasingly drag him into a downward spiral of criminal activity, pushing him further away from the genteel world he once knew.
As the authorities close in, Stephen's desperation grows, leading to increasingly risky and reckless decisions. His entanglement with shady characters and illicit operations complicates an already perilous situation. Relationships with those he cares about become strained as his double life starts to unravel. The tension reaches a critical point as the consequences of Stephen's actions come crashing down upon him, leaving him to face the dire ramifications of his descent into the criminal underworld.
Writers: Jackson Budd, Noel Langley
Release Date: 06 Mar 1948
Runtime: 78 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Kino's Blu-ray release of 'They Made Me a Fugitive' offers a sharp 2009 BFI restoration, capturing the enrapturing noir suspense despite lacking special features.