Kiss Me Deadly

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker, Nick Dennis, Paul Stewart, Juano Hernandez, Wesley Addy, Marion Carr, Marjorie Bennett, Jack Elam, Cloris Leachman, Strother Martin

Description

Kiss Me Deadly, directed by Robert Aldrich, is a hard-hitting film-noir adaptation of Mickey Spillane’s iconic detective story. The film follows private investigator Mike Hammer (Ralph Meeker), who picks up a terrified woman running down a highway, only to find himself entangled in a deadly conspiracy when she is murdered. Ignoring warnings from the FBI, Hammer pushes forward in a relentless quest to uncover the truth behind a mysterious black container sought after by dangerous criminals.

This Criterion Collection release features a restored edition, including recently rediscovered footage that clarifies the film's famously enigmatic ending, making it a must-have for noir enthusiasts and cinephiles.

Key Features

• Format: Blu-ray / Restored
• Studio: Criterion Collection
• Catalogue No: CC2021BDUK
• Barcode: 5050629451030
• Main Language: English
• Region: B
• Release Date: 5 August 2019
• Originally Issued: 1955
• No of Discs: 1
• Weight: 102g
• Genre: Classic
• BBFC Certification: (12) Suitable for 12 years and over
• Rental/Retail: Retail not for Rental

Special Features

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