The Last Train (1962)
| Movie | |
|---|---|
| German title | The last train |
| Original title | Experiment in terror |
| Country of production | United States |
| original language | English |
| Publishing year | 1962 |
| length | 123 minutes |
| Age rating | FSK 16 |
| Rod | |
| Director | Blake Edwards |
| script | Gordon Gordon, Mildred Gordon |
| production | Blake Edwards |
| music | Henry Mancini |
| camera | Philip H. Lathrop |
| cut | Patrick McCormack |
| occupation | |
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The Last Train (Experiment in Terror) is an American feature film from 1962 based on the novel of the same name by the author duo The Gordons .
action
The film is set in San Francisco . Kelly Sherwood, a young bank clerk, is threatened one evening by a man who tries to blackmail her: he will kill her or her sister Toby if she does not steal US $ 100,000 from a bank for him. Kelly informs police officer John Ripley, who advises her to work with the blackmailer. Meanwhile, Ripley begins his investigation. He finds out that the blackmailer is the wanted killer Red Lynch. Ripley seeks contact with Lynch's friend Lisa Soong, but she refuses to work. Lynch has meanwhile brought Toby Sherwood into his power. Ripley tracks down Toby's hiding place. On the agreed day, Kelly finally steals the money for Lynch and goes to the agreed meeting point in Candlestick Park , where the San Francisco Giants play a baseball match against the Los Angeles Dodgers . When the money is handed over, Ripley then intervenes. Lynch escapes in the crowd, but is then shot by Ripley while trying to escape.
Reviews
"His thriller" The Last Train "was a nerve-racking observation of an invisible threat from an asthmatic blackmailer, photographed by Edwards in semi-documentary black and white."
"Skilfully constructed and staged crime entertainment."
“Good American crime film, the plot is logical and very exciting. Recommended for adult lovers of the genre. "
Awards
Ross Martin was nominated for a Golden Globe in 1963 for his portrayal of the killer Red Lynch in the category of Best Supporting Actor.
Web links
- The last train in the Internet Movie Database (English)
Individual evidence
- ↑ Ev. Munich Press Association, Review No. 487/1962