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The Killing

Crook Johnny Clay assembles a five-man team to plan and execute a daring racetrack robbery.

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In the classic crime film The Killing (1956), the cunning criminal mastermind Johnny Clay assembles a team of five skilled individuals to carry out an audacious heist at a racetrack. Uniting their diverse talents, the team meticulously plans and executes the robbery, aiming to take home a fortune. As the plan gets underway, tension rises and unexpected circumstances threaten their carefully constructed scheme.

Directed by the legendary Stanley Kubrick, The Killing immerses viewers in a high-stakes world of crime and suspense. With its twist-filled plot and complex characters, the film keeps audiences on the edge of their seats as they become entangled in the intricate web of the heist.

The Killing showcases Kubrick's innovative storytelling techniques, foreshadowing his later masterpieces. With its nonlinear narrative structure and the use of multiple perspectives, the film presents a multifaceted exploration of the characters' motivations and the unfolding events.

Featuring outstanding performances by an ensemble cast, including Sterling Hayden as Johnny Clay and a breakout role for Marie Windsor as the seductive femme fatale, The Killing captivates audiences with its thrilling twists and turns, deconstructing the art of the perfect crime in a mesmerizing fashion.

Prepare to be enthralled by one of the most iconic crime films of all time as The Killing takes you on a gripping journey into the dark, deceitful world of heists and betrayals.

Also Known As:

The Killing

Release Date:

06 Jun 1956

Writers:

Stanley Kubrick, Jim Thompson, Lionel White

Awards:

Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award1 nomination total

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