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Girl in the Headlines (1963)

11/15/1963 Crime, Drama, Mystery 1h 34m
58%
User
Score
6.4/10

Overview

Called in to investigate the murder of a model, Chief Inspector Birkett and Sergeant Saunders soon discover that the victim had been leading somewhat of an immoral life.

Vivienne Knight

Screenplay

Patrick Campbell

Screenplay

Michael Truman

Director

Top Billed Cast

Ian Hendry

Ian Hendry

Inspector Birkett

Ronald Fraser

Ronald Fraser

Sergeant Saunders

Margaret Johnston

Margaret Johnston

Mrs. Edith Gray

Natasha Parry

Natasha Parry

Perlita Barker

Jeremy Brett

Jeremy Brett

Jordan Barker

Kieron Moore

Kieron Moore

Rodney Herter

Peter Arne

Peter Arne

Hammond Barker

Jane Asher

Jane Asher

Lindy Birkett

Rosalie Crutchley

Rosalie Crutchley

Maude Klein

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Media

Girl In The Headlines 1963 Trailer

Girl In The Headlines 1963 Trailer

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Reviews

A review by dennyjt

Written on February 23, 2023

After a young woman is found shot dead in her flat, the policemen investigating uncover her sordid life and no shortage of suspects. This routine beginning leads to a compelling thriller belying the low budget. The two cops are broght to life thanks to performances by Hendry and Fraser. The home life of Hendry consists of his supportive wife Walker and blossoming teen daughter Asher. They offer a welcome contrast to the murky world he works in. Fraser has a nagging but dutiful wife who worries about his health. The supporting cast is excellent, including Villiers as a snooty actor, Moore as a shifty casino manager and Brett as a fearful lover. The investigation encompasses illegal dope peddling, a faded opera singer and her devoted servant, and a secret homosexual club. There is a second ...

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