A Fear of Strangers

A Fear of Strangers

1964 · 60 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama

A black saxophonist and small time crook is picked up by police on suspicion of murder. His problems multiply when the investigating officer lets his own issues influence the subsequent interrogation.

Directed by Herbert Wise · Written by Leon Griffiths

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