While the City Sleeps
Watch TrailerA tough New York cop is determined to bring down a crook who has always managed to provide an alibi for the crimes he's been accused of, even though the detective knows he's guilty of committing them.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1928 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Crime |
| Director | Jack Conway |
| Runtime | 66 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.9/10 (9 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a compelling duel between cop and criminal, relying on the contrast of brute determination versus cunning intellect. It explores the flaws of a legal system where procedure can shield the guilty from justice.
What lingers after viewing is a sense of gritty frustration, a testament to the film's effective portrayal of an unwinnable battle within the rules. A solid early crime drama that prioritizes moral stakes over action. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Jack Conway
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Best viewed as a late-night entry into pre-noir urban tension.
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