Crime, Inc.
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| Directed by | Lew Landers |
| Written by | Raymond L. Schrock (screenplay) Martin Mooney (story Crime Incorporated) |
| Produced by | Leon Fromkess (producer) Martin Mooney (associate producer) |
| Starring | Leo Carrillo Tom Neal Martha Tilton |
| Cinematography | James S. Brown Jr. |
| Edited by | Roy V. Livingston |
| Music by | Walter Greene |
Production company | PRC Pictures |
| Distributed by | Producers Releasing Corporation |
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Running time | 75 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Crime, Inc. is a 1945 American film noir crime film directed by Lew Landers starring Leo Carrillo, Tom Neal and Martha Tilton.
Plot summary
The film centers on Jim Riley, a fearless and principled newspaper journalist who is determined to expose the operations of a powerful and dangerous crime syndicate known as "Crime, Inc." Riley's investigation begins with a series of anonymous tips and leads him into the shadowy underbelly of organized crime, where he uncovers a network of illegal activities, including racketeering, bribery, and murder. His relentless pursuit of the truth earns him both admiration and enemies, as he refuses to back down despite the risks.
Riley's refusal to reveal his sources to the authorities places him in a precarious position. He faces mounting pressure from law enforcement, who demand that he cooperate, and from the crime syndicate, who will stop at nothing to silence him. Threatened with imprisonment for protecting his sources, Riley remains steadfast in his commitment to journalistic integrity, even as the stakes grow higher.
Amid the turmoil, Riley's personal life becomes entangled with his professional mission. He meets and falls in love with Betty Van Cleve, a nightclub singer with a mysterious past. Unbeknownst to Riley at first, Betty is the sister of Mike Egan, one of the syndicate's most ruthless members. This revelation complicates Riley's investigation, as he struggles to reconcile his feelings for Betty with his determination to bring her brother and his associates to justice.
As Riley delves deeper into the syndicate's operations, he uncovers shocking secrets that implicate powerful figures in society, including corrupt officials and law enforcement officers. His investigation puts him in constant danger, with attempts on his life becoming increasingly frequent. Despite the threats, Riley presses on, determined to expose the truth and dismantle the criminal empire.
The tension reaches a boiling point as Riley gathers enough evidence to confront the syndicate's leaders. In a climactic showdown, Riley must outwit the criminals while protecting Betty and ensuring that justice prevails.
Cast
- Leo Carrillo as Anthony Charles "Tony" Marlow
- Tom Neal as Jim Riley
- Martha Tilton as Betty Van Cleve, a.k.a. Betty Egan
- Lionel Atwill as Pat Coyle
- Grant Mitchell as Wayne Clark
- Sheldon Leonard as Capt. Ferrone
- Harry Shannon as Police Commissioner Collins
- Danny Morton as Bugs Kelley a.k.a. Mike Egan
- Virginia Vale as Trixie Waters
- Don Beddoe as Deputy District Attorney Dixon
- George Meeker as Barry North
- Rod Rogers as Henchman Val Lucas
Soundtrack
- Martha Tilton - "I'm Guilty" (Written by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans)
- Martha Tilton - "Lonely Little Camera Girl" (Written by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans)
- Martha Tilton - "What a Fool I Was" (Written by Marla Shelton and Nacio Porter Brown as Nacio Porter Brown Jr.)
- "That's It" (Written by Marla Shelton and Nacio Porter Brown as Nacio Porter Brown Jr.)
External links
- Crime, Inc. at IMDb
- Crime, Inc. is available for free viewing and download at the Internet Archive