For Them That Trespass

For Them That Trespass (1949)

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.

Date of release
1949-04-21
TMDB
5.3 / 10 (13)
Runtime
1h 35m
Genres
Drama, Crime
Director
Alberto Cavalcanti

Casting

Interesting facts

For Them That Trespass is a 1949 British crime film directed by Alberto Cavalcanti and starring Richard Todd, Patricia Plunkett and Stephen Murray. It is an adaptation of the 1944 novel of the same name by Ernest Raymond.

Production

It was the first film to be made at Elstree Studios since it re-opened following World War II.

Richard Todd was cast after a screen test. It was his first leading role. His casting was announced in July 1948. He was also signed to a seven-year contract with Associated British. The film led to Todd being cast in The Hasty Heart.

Kenneth More has one of his first film roles.

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