| Blast of Silence | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Allen Baron |
| Written by |
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| Produced by | Merrill Brody |
| Starring | Allen Baron Molly McCarthy Larry Tucker |
| Narrated by | Lionel Stander[c] |
| Cinematography | Merrill Brody |
| Edited by | Peggy Lawson |
| Music by | Meyer Kupferman |
Production company | Magla Productions |
| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
Release dates | |
Running time | 77 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $20,800 (about $200,000 today)[1] |
Blast of Silence is a 1961 American neo-noir film written, directed by, and starring Allen Baron, with Molly McCarthy, Larry Tucker, and Peter H. Clune in supporting roles. Set during Christmastime, it follows a hitman who returns to his native New York City to commit a murder for hire. It was produced by Merrill Brody, who was also the cinematographer.[3]
- ^ a b c Muller, Eddie (December 19, 2021) Intro to TCM presentation on "Noir Alley" Turner Classic Movies.
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