The Gangster (1947) — Perfery

(1947)Directed by Gordon Wiles84 minCrime, Drama, Romance

“HE'S GOT THE TOWN BY THE THROAT!”

Based on the novel Low Company. One of the most peculiar film noirs of the 1940s stars Barry Sullivan as a small-time hood who suffers a mental breakdown as his big plans begin to crumble. Beautiful Belita is his singer girlfriend who only fuels his paranoia.

Barry Sullivanas Shubunka

Belitaas Nancy Starr

Joan Lorringas Dorothy

Akim Tamiroffas Nick Jammey

Harry Morganas Shorty

John Irelandas Karty

Sheldon Leonardas Cornell

Fifi D'Orsayas Mrs. Ostroleng

Virginia Christineas Mrs. Karty

Elisha Cook Jr.as Oval

Ted Hechtas Swain

Leif Ericksonas Beaumont

Charles McGrawas Dugas

John Kelloggas Sterling

Edwin Maxwellas Politician (uncredited)

Dewey Robinsonas Pool Player (uncredited)

Murray Alperas Eddie (uncredited)

Shelley Wintersas Hazel (uncredited)

Larry Steersas Headwaiter (uncredited)

Marie Blakeas House Mistress (uncredited)

Griff Barnettas Dorothy's father (uncredited)

Sid Meltonas Nightclub Stage Manager (uncredited)

Jeff Coreyas Karty's Brother-in-Law (uncredited)

Peter Whitneyas Karty's Brother-in-Law (uncredited)