Siege

Siege

Nobody hears you scream... and nobody cares!

1978 · 100 min · ★ 6.8 · Crime, TV Movie

A drama about a community of senior citizens who are terrorized by a ruthless neighborhood gang. After learning that the police are stymied because the victims are too scared to testify against the bullying leader, a semi-retired toolmaker decides to take a stand.

Directed by Richard Pearce

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