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Rogue Cop is a 1954 American film noir directed by Roy Rowland for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Robert Taylor plays police detective Christopher Kelvaney, who is involved with a criminal organization and faces a crisis when his brother, also a policeman, becomes entangled with the case. The screenplay by Sydney Boehm adapts William P. McGivern's novel and centers on corruption, guilt, violence, and the possibility of moral change.
The cast also includes Janet Leigh and George Raft.
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Who does Robert Taylor play in Rogue Cop?
Robert Taylor plays Christopher Kelvaney, a police detective involved with a criminal organization. His position becomes unstable when his policeman brother is drawn into the case.
What is the main conflict in Rogue Cop?
The story follows Kelvaney as he faces the consequences of working with criminals while trying to protect his brother. The case forces him to confront both the police system and the organization he has served.
Who directed Rogue Cop?
Roy Rowland directed Rogue Cop for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The American film noir was released in 1954.
Is Rogue Cop a police procedural or a crime noir?
It is a film noir centered on corruption, criminal ties, and a detective's moral crisis. The family connection involving Kelvaney's brother gives the crime plot a personal stake.
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