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Act of Violence
The manhunt no woman could stop!
The manhunt no woman could stop!
Drama, Thriller - 1948
7.5
90%
N/A
A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.
Director:
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Details

Rated:
PASSED
Runtime:
82 min
Release date:
21 Dec 1948
Country:
US
Languages:
English
Budget:
$1,290,000
Revenue:
$1,129,000
Awards:
1 nomination.

Top Critics Reviews

fresh:
It is strong meat for the heavy drama addicts, tellingly produced and played to develop tight excitement.
– Variety Staff,
Variety,
1 Nov 2007
fresh:
Technically Act of Violence touches all the bases in its circuit chase. But it is as though it were doing it on the strength of a long, foul ball.
– Bosley Crowther,
New York Times,
25 Mar 2006
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