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"Fast and Furious Action Suspense Drama and the Exploitation of Sex..."

1953

1h 0m

5.1(11 votes)

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Crime

Overview

A gangster who operates a sleazy dance hall uses a sadistic bodyguard to keep his girls afraid and his customers in line.

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5 featured cast members

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Timothy Farrell

Umberto Scalli

Lenny Bruce

Vincent

Bernie Jones

Punky, the Swedish Sailor

Honey Harlow

Rose (as Honey Harlow)

Sally Marr

Hostess

Creative team

Directed by: Phil Tucker
Written by: Lenny Bruce
Produced by: George Weiss

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