What is Hell Is a City?
Hell Is a City is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1960
- Release date
- Apr 10, 1960
- Genres
- Thriller, Crime
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10
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Hell Is a City is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime.
Should you watch it?
“A hardened detective hunts a jail‑break fugitive through Manchester’s grim underworld.”
- Atmospheric Manchester setting
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse chase
- Strong performance by Stanley Baker as Inspector Martineau
- At 1h 38m the film is relatively brief
Watch it if you enjoy classic British crime thrillers with a relentless pursuit.
The film contains violent crime and tense confrontations, suited for mature audiences.
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Where does the story take place?
The film is set in Manchester, the industrial heart of England’s north.
Who is the escaped criminal?
Don Starling, a ruthless villain who escapes from jail, is the film’s primary antagonist.
Who leads the police investigation?
Detective Inspector Harry Martineau, portrayed by Stanley Baker, heads the hunt for Starling.
What genre is the film?
It is classified as a British crime thriller.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 38 minutes.
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