Sapphire 1959
“The sensational story of a girl who didn't belong.”
What is Sapphire?
Sapphire is a 1959 mystery, crime, and thriller film directed in the genre of a police procedural. The story follows two Scotland Yard detectives as they investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white, interviewing suspects such as her white boyfriend and his disapproving parents.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 2, 1959
- Studios
- Artna Films Ltd., The Rank Organisation
- Genres
- Mystery, Crime, Thriller
- Updated
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Sapphire is a 1959 mystery, crime, and thriller film directed in the genre of a police procedural. The story follows two Scotland Yard detectives as they investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white, interviewing suspects such as her white boyfriend and his disapproving parents.
Culturally, the film is notable for addressing entrenched racism and bigotry directly through its central crime investigation. With a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes, the film provides a dramatic and focused viewing experience classified under mystery, crime, and thriller genres.
Should you watch it?
“Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate a murder that exposes deep-seated racial bigotry.”
- Compelling mystery following two Scotland Yard detectives investigating a murder.
- Explores complex social themes including racism, bigotry, and passing for white.
- Features a diverse lineup of suspects, including a white boyfriend and his disapproving parents.
- The synopsis indicates the narrative wades through heavy themes of entrenched racism and bigotry, which may not appeal to viewers seeking light entertainment.
Watch it if you enjoy classic mystery and crime films that tackle complex social issues.
The film runs for 1 hour and 32 minutes and maintains a mystery, crime, and thriller tone as detectives question various suspects.
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Is Sapphire (1959) worth watching?
It is worth watching if you are interested in mid-century crime thrillers that examine social prejudice and feature a Scotland Yard investigation.
What is the runtime of Sapphire (1959)?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes.
How many episodes does Sapphire have?
Sapphire is a feature film with a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes rather than a television series with episodes.
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