Killer's Kiss

Killer's Kiss

Her Soft Mouth Was The Road To Sin-Smeared Violence!

1955 · 68 min · ★ 6.3 · Thriller, Crime, Drama

Davey Gordon, a New York City boxer at the end of his career, falls for dancer Gloria Price. However, their budding relationship is interrupted by Gloria's violent boss, Vincent Rapallo, who has eyes for Gloria. The two decide to skip town, but before they can, Vincent and his thugs abduct Gloria, and Davey is forced to search for her among the most squalid corners of the city, with his enemy hiding in the shadows.

Directed by Stanley Kubrick · Written by Howard Sackler

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Frank Silvera Vincent Rapallo
Jamie Smith Davy Gordon
Irene Kane Gloria Price
Jerry Jarrett Albert
Mike Dana Gangster
Felice Orlandi Gangster
Shaun O'Brien Landlord
Barbara Brand Taxi Dance Lady
David Vaughan Conventioneer #1
Alec Rubin Conventioneer #2
Ralph Roberts Bouncer #1
Phil Stevenson Bouncer #2

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