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The Big Knife (1955)

The Big Knife (1955)

Drama Crime

A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood

Release Date: 1955, October 25
Directors: Robert Aldrich
Countries: United States of America
Production: The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists
Cast: Michael Fox, Jack Palance, Richard Boone, Strother Martin, Wendell Corey, Jean Hagen, Nick Dennis, Everett Sloane, Ralph Volkie, Rod Steiger, Shelley Winters, Bill Walker

Overview:

Movie star Charlie Castle draws the ire of Hollywood producer Stanley Hoff when he refuses to sign a new seven-year contract. Castle is sick of the low quality of the studio's films and wants to start a new life. While his estranged wife supports him in the decision, Castle's talent agent urges him to reconsider. When Castle continues to be uncooperative, Hoff resorts to blackmail in order to get his way.

Keywords:

film noir blackmail movie business bel air