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Pete Kelly's Blues (1955)

"A jazz-man of the wide-open '20s - caught in the crossfire of its blazing .38s!"

6.119551h 35mEN
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Directed by Jack Webb

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

July 31, 1955

Director

Jack Webb

Overview

In 1927, a Kansas City, Missouri cornet player and his band perform nightly at a seedy speakeasy until a racketeer tries to extort them in exchange for protection.

Cast

Jack Webb

Jack Webb

Pete Kelly

Janet Leigh

Janet Leigh

Ivy Conrad

Edmond O'Brien

Edmond O'Brien

Fran McCarg

Peggy Lee

Peggy Lee

Rose Hopkins

Andy Devine

Andy Devine

George Tenell

Lee Marvin

Lee Marvin

Al Gannaway

Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald

Maggie Jackson

Martin Milner

Martin Milner

Joey Firestone

Than Wyenn

Than Wyenn

Rudy Shulak

Herbert Ellis

Herbert Ellis

Bedido

John Dennis

John Dennis

Guy Bettenhouser

Jayne Mansfield

Jayne Mansfield

Cigarette Girl

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Pete Kelly's Blues (1955), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1927, a Kansas City, Missouri cornet player and his band perform nightly at a seedy speakeasy until a racketeer tries to extort them in exchange for protection.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Pete Kelly's Blues. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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