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For Them That Trespass (1949)

1949-04-21 · 1h 35m · EN
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In this drama, a frustrated upper-class writer decides that he will find real inspiration by examining his subjects first-hand. This leads him to begin wandering about the seamiest side of town where he witnesses a murder. When an innocent man is arrested, the writer refuses to assist him as the knowledge that he has been "slumming" could destroy his career. The young man is sentenced to 15 years in prison.

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Alberto CavalcantiDirector

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Richard ToddRichard ToddHerbert Edward LoganPatricia PlunkettPatricia PlunkettRosieStephen MurrayStephen MurrayChristopher DrewMichael LaurenceMichael LaurenceJim HealVida HopeVida HopeOlive MocksonRosalyn BoulterRosalyn BoulterFrankie KetchenJames HayterJames HayterJohn Craigie 'Jocko' GlennHarry FowlerHarry FowlerDave, Rosie's friendGeorge HayesGeorge HayesThe Mad ArtistMichael BrennanMichael BrennanDet. Insp. BensteadJoan DowlingJoan DowlingGracie, Rosie's friendMichael MedwinMichael MedwinLen, Herbie's bar pal

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What is For Them That Trespass about?

In this drama, a frustrated upper-class writer decides that he will find real inspiration by examining his subjects first-hand. This leads him to begin wandering about the seamiest side of town where he witnesses a murder. When an innocent man is arrested, the writer refuses to assist him as the knowledge that he has been "slumming" could destroy his career. The young man is sentenced to 15 years in prison.

How long is For Them That Trespass?

For Them That Trespass has a runtime of 95 minutes.