Portland Exposé
“THE PICTURE THEY TRIED TO STOP! Hotter than "Phenix City"!”
Synopsis
The owner of a tavern is pressured by the local mob to go into business with them, and figures it's better all around if he does that rather than cause trouble. However, when he starts to see what kind of place his nice little neighborhood bar is turning into, and when one of the mob's goons tries to rape his daughter, he decides to fight them.
Top Cast
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Edward Binns
George Madison
Carolyn Craig
Ruth Madison
Virginia Gregg
Clara Madison
Lawrence Dobkin
Garnell
Frank Gorshin
Joe
Joseph Marr
Larry
Rusty Lane
Tom Carmody
Richard Bellis
Jimmy Madison
Lea Penman
Mrs. Stoneway
Jeanne Carmen
Iris
Joe Flynn
Ted Carl (uncredited)
Russ Conway
Phil Jackman
Richard Bellis
Jimmy Madison (as Dickie Bellis)
John Alban
Tavern Patron (uncredited)
Albert Cavens
Tavern Patron (uncredited)
Beulah Christian
Tavern Patron (uncredited)
Francis De Sales
Alfred Grey (uncredited)
Kort Falkenberg
Speed Bromley (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 11, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harold D. Schuster
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack DeWitt
- Original Score
- Paul Dunlap
- Original Title
- Portland Exposé
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- Lindsley Parsons Picture Corporation, Allied Artists Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harold D. Schuster
Jack DeWitt
Paul Dunlap
Carl Berger
Maurice Wright
Lindsley Parsons
Department Leadership Roster
Harold D. Schuster
Director
Jack DeWitt
Screenplay
Lindsley Parsons
Producer
Paul Dunlap
Original Music Composer
Carl Berger
Director of Photography
Maurice Wright
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Portland Exposé.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Portland Exposé
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Portland Exposé about?
The owner of a tavern is pressured by the local mob to go into business with them, and figures it's better all around if he does that rather than cause trouble. However, when he starts to see what kind of place his nice little neighborhood bar is turning into, and when one of the mob's goons tries to rape his daughter, he decides to fight them.
Who directed Portland Exposé?
Portland Exposé was directed by Harold D. Schuster.
Who stars in Portland Exposé?
The principal cast of Portland Exposé includes Edward Binns, Carolyn Craig, Virginia Gregg, Lawrence Dobkin, Frank Gorshin.
When was Portland Exposé released and how long is it?
Portland Exposé was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Portland Exposé?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Portland Exposé was composed by Paul Dunlap.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Portland Exposé?
Portland Exposé holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).