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Yield to the Night

English • 1956 • 1h 39m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

J. Lee Thompson

Synopsis

Locked in her cell, a murderer reflects on the events that have led her to death row.

Included in
July 2023
Position 79
Included in
British Noir
Position 9

Credits

Crew

DirectorJ. Lee Thompson

WriterJohn Cresswell, Joan Henry

CinematographerGilbert Taylor

ComposerRay Martin

EditorRichard Best

ProducerKenneth Harper

Cast

Diana Dorsas Mary Price Hilton

Yvonne Mitchellas Matron Hilda MacFarlane

Michael Craigas Jim Lancaster

Marie Neyas Prison Governess

Geoffrey Keenas Prison Chaplain

Liam Redmondas Prison Doctor

Olga Lindoas Senior Matron Hill

Joan Milleras Matron Barker

Marjorie Rhodesas Matron Brandon

Molly Urquhartas Mason

Mary Mackenzieas Matron

Harry Lockeas Fred

Michael Ripperas Roy

Joyce Blairas Doris

Charles Clayas Bob

Athene Seyleras Miss Bligh

Peggy Liveseyas Nursing Sister

Mona Washbourneas Mrs. Thomas, landlady

Alec Finteras Mr. Thomas, landlord

Marianne Stoneas Richardson

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