description Killer's Kiss Overview
Killer's Kiss was a 1955 independent film noir directed by Stanley Kubrick, marking his second directorial effort after *Fear and Desire*. Featuring Jamie Smith, Irene Kane, and Frank Silvera, the movie developed from a screenplay co-written by Kubrick and Howard Sackler. It served as a follow-up to Kubrick’s debut in filmmaking.
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info Killer's Kiss Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1955 |
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Who directed the 1955 film Killer's Kiss?
Legendary director Stanley Kubrick directed "Killer's Kiss," which was only his second feature film. He co-wrote the screenplay with Howard Sackler. Kubrick also served as the film's cinematographer and editor.
What is the plot of Killer's Kiss?
The film follows a struggling New York boxer named Davy Gordon, who intervenes when he sees his neighbor, a taxi dancer named Gloria, being harassed by her employer. This intervention leads to a deadly feud with a crime boss named Vinnie. The film culminates in a famous chase scene in a mannequin warehouse.
How was Stanley Kubrick able to fund Killer's Kiss?
Kubrick funded the independent film by borrowing money from his family and his uncle, Martin Perveler. He shot the film entirely on location in New York City on a very tight budget. It was produced under his production company, Minotaur Productions.
Who stars in Stanley Kubrick's Killer's Kiss?
The black-and-white film noir stars Jamie Smith as the boxer Davy and Irene Kane as Gloria. Frank Silvera plays the villainous Vinnie. Silvera was one of the few established actors Kubrick worked with during his early indie career.
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