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Movie poster: Tiger Bay (1959)
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Tiger Bay

1959 · 105 min Thriller Crime
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

In Tiger Bay, the docklands of Cardiff, rough-and-tumble street urchin Gillie witnesses the brutal killing of a young woman at the hands of visiting Polish sailor Korchinsky. Instead of reporting the crime to the authorities, Gillie merely pockets a prize for herself — Korchinsky's shiny black revolver — and flees the scene. When Detective Graham discovers that Gillie has the murder weapon, the fiery young girl weaves a web of lies to throw him off course.

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Year 1959
Country United Kingdom
Genre Thriller, Crime
Director J. Lee Thompson
Runtime 105 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (56 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director builds tension economically — doesn't waste it, holds it in reserve. The film pins you to your seat methodically, without rushing.

Sustains tension exactly as long as needed. May dip slightly after — but the overall level is good.

For viewers who appreciate intelligent genre work without dumbing down.

Director: J. Lee Thompson

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Alone or with a partner. Quiet, dark. Phone on silent.

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