For Them That Trespass
1949 · 1h 35m · Approved
Crime, Drama
Directed by
Alberto Cavalcanti
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For Them That Trespass
Overview
In this drama, a frustrated upper-class writer decides that he will find real inspiration by examining his subjects first-hand. This leads him to begin wandering about the seamiest side of town where he witnesses a murder. When an innocent man is arrested, the writer refuses to assist him as the knowledge that he has been "slumming" could destroy his career. The young man is sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Director and cast
- Alberto Cavalcanti Director
- Richard Todd as Herbert Edward Logan
- Patricia Plunkett as Rosie
- Stephen Murray as Christopher Drew
- Michael Laurence as Jim Heal
- Vida Hope as Olive Mockson
- Rosalyn Boulter as Frankie Ketchen
- James Hayter as John Craigie 'Jocko' Glenn
- Harry Fowler as Dave, Rosie's friend
- George Hayes as The Mad Artist
- Michael Brennan as Det. Insp. Benstead
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