For Them That Trespass
Synopsis
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.
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Richard Todd
Herbert Edward Logan
Patricia Plunkett
Rosie
Stephen Murray
Christopher Drew
Michael Laurence
Jim Heal
Vida Hope
Olive Mockson
Rosalyn Boulter
Frankie Ketchen
James Hayter
John Craigie 'Jocko' Glenn
Harry Fowler
Dave, Rosie's friend
George Hayes
The Mad Artist
Michael Brennan
Det. Insp. Benstead
Joan Dowling
Gracie, Rosie's friend
Michael Medwin
Len, Herbie's bar pal
Irene Handl
Inn Proprietress
John Salew
Prosecutor Ainsley
John Salew
Defense Counsel Sir Huntley
Mary Merrall
Mrs. Drew
Frederick Leister
The Vicar
Harcourt Williams
Judge
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alberto Cavalcanti
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Lee Thompson, William Douglas-Home
- Original Score
- Philip Green
- Original Title
- For Them That Trespass
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Associated British Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alberto Cavalcanti
J. Lee Thompson, William Douglas-Home, Ernest Raymond
Philip Green
Derick Williams
Margery Saunders
Victor Skutezky
Department Leadership Roster
Alberto Cavalcanti
Director
J. Lee Thompson
Screenplay
Derick Williams
Director of Photography
Victor Skutezky
Producer
Peter Proud
Production Design
Margery Saunders
Editor
William Douglas-Home
Screenplay
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What is For Them That Trespass about?
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.
Who directed For Them That Trespass?
For Them That Trespass was directed by Alberto Cavalcanti.
Who stars in For Them That Trespass?
The principal cast of For Them That Trespass includes Richard Todd, Patricia Plunkett, Stephen Murray, Michael Laurence, Vida Hope.
When was For Them That Trespass released and how long is it?
For Them That Trespass was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for For Them That Trespass?
The original motion picture soundtrack for For Them That Trespass was composed by Philip Green.
Is For Them That Trespass based on a book or true story?
For Them That Trespass is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ernest Raymond".