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Sapphire

NR19591h 32mBasil Dearden
IMDb 7.2

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"The sensational story of a girl who didn't belong."

Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives wade through a stubbornly entrenched sludge of racism and bigotry.

MysteryCrimeThriller
London, EnglandPoliceScotland YardIntrigueMurder InvestigationRacial PrejudiceMixed RacePolice ProceduralMetropolitan PolicePassing For White

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What is Sapphire (1959) about?

Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives wade through a stubbornly entrenched sludge of racism and bigotry.

Who stars in Sapphire?

Sapphire stars Nigel Patrick (Superintendent Robert Hazard), Michael Craig (Inspector Phil Learoyd), Yvonne Mitchell (Mildred), Paul Massie (David Harris), Bernard Miles (Ted Harris). The film was directed by Basil Dearden.

How long is Sapphire?

Sapphire has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1959. It is rated NR.

Is Sapphire worth watching?

Sapphire holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. Fans of Mystery, Crime, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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