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A Cry from the Streets

U19581h 39mLewis Gilbert
IMDb 6.5

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Bittersweet story about London's unwanted children and the good people trying to help them. Ann is a social worker, while Bill is an electrician whose contract with the local care home introduces him to the children and Ann. Events start to escalate out of control when a child takes possession of a loaded gun.

Drama
London, EnglandHomeless Child

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What is A Cry from the Streets (1958) about?

Bittersweet story about London's unwanted children and the good people trying to help them. Ann is a social worker, while Bill is an electrician whose contract with the local care home introduces him to the children and Ann. Events start to escalate out of control when a child takes possession of a loaded gun.

Who stars in A Cry from the Streets?

A Cry from the Streets stars Barbara Murray (Ann Fairlie), Max Bygraves (William "Bill" David Lowther), Dana Wilson (Barbie Taylor), Colin Petersen (Georgie May), Kathleen Harrison (Mrs. Farrer). The film was directed by Lewis Gilbert.

How long is A Cry from the Streets?

A Cry from the Streets has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1958. It is rated U.

Is A Cry from the Streets worth watching?

A Cry from the Streets holds an IMDb rating of 6.5/10. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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