Cry of the City (1948) in Color — Starring Victor Mature & Richard Conte

Cry of the City (1948) — Buy This Classic in Color

Buy Cry of the City (1948) in color — a powerful film noir directed by Robert Siodmak, starring Victor Mature and Richard Conte, now professionally restored and colorized in brilliant HD. This classic film is available for instant digital download at €15.00, DRM-free, ready to enjoy on any device.

Why Buy This Classic in Color?

Cry of the City (1948) is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of location-shot film noir ever made. Robert Siodmak, at the height of his powers, took his camera out of the studio and into the streets, fire escapes, and shadowy tenements of New York City — creating a film of extraordinary visual authenticity. Watching this classic film in color makes those real locations leap from the screen with vivid, breathtaking immediacy.

Originally filmed in black and white, Cry of the City has now been professionally restored and colorized using modern frame-by-frame digital techniques. The rain-soaked streets of Little Italy, the fluorescent-lit hospital corridors, and the brooding interiors of tenement apartments are all transformed by color, adding depth and texture that the original black and white photography could only hint at. A truly immersive experience awaits.

When you purchase Cry of the City (1948) in color from AlwanFilm, you receive:

• A professionally restored and colorized HD print
• Instant digital download — no waiting, no shipping
• DRM-free file — play it on your TV, laptop, tablet, or phone
• Lifetime access to your purchase

Technical Details

| Detail | Information |
|——–|————-|
| Title | Cry of the City (1948) Colorized |
| Director | Robert Siodmak |
| Starring | Victor Mature, Richard Conte, Shelley Winters |
| Genre | Crime, Drama |
| Runtime | 95 minutes |
| IMDb Rating | ★ 7.2/10 |
| Original Format | Black and White |
| Colorized Format | HD Digital |
| File Format | MP4 / MKV |
| Price | €15.00 |
| Delivery | Instant Digital Download |
| DRM | DRM-Free |

Cast & Crew

• Victor Mature as Lt. Candella
• Richard Conte as Martin Rome
• Fred Clark as Lt. Collins
• Shelley Winters as Brenda Martingale
• Betty Garde as Miss Pruett
• Berry Kroeger as W. A. Niles
• Tommy Cook as Tony Rome
• Debra Paget as Teena Riconti
• Hope Emerson as Rose Given
• Director: Robert Siodmak

Plot Summary

Martin Rome (Richard Conte) is a wounded gangster recovering in a New York City hospital after a violent shootout. He is a man without remorse — charming, ruthless, and utterly without redemption. Lt. Candella (Victor Mature) is the detective assigned to keep him locked up, and the two men share a complicated history: they grew up together in the same Italian immigrant neighborhood in Little Italy.

When Rome escapes from the hospital, Candella pursues him relentlessly through the city’s neon-lit underworld. Rome’s flight takes him from the streets of lower Manhattan to massage parlors, corrupt lawyers, and the hiding places of old associates, leaving a trail of violence in his wake. Meanwhile, Candella must also protect the innocent people in Rome’s orbit — including the young woman Teena (Debra Paget) who loves him despite everything.

The chase builds to a devastating finale on the rain-slicked streets of New York. Siodmak uses the real locations masterfully, turning the city itself into a character — indifferent to the fate of the men racing through it. Both Mature and Conte give career-best performances, their rivalry charged with the specific tension of two men who know each other’s histories all too well.

Historical Significance

Cry of the City (1948) stands as one of the defining achievements of the film noir cycle that dominated American cinema in the late 1940s. Robert Siodmak, a German-born director who had fled Nazi Germany, brought a distinctly European sensibility to the material — an eye for shadow, moral ambiguity, and the psychological complexity of men shaped by poverty and circumstance.

The film’s on-location photography in New York City was groundbreaking for its time. The use of real streets, real neighborhoods, and real working-class environments gave film noir a documentary-like realism rarely seen in studio productions of the era. Shelley Winters, in an early role, brings emotional intensity to her brief but memorable appearance as Rome’s ill-fated former girlfriend.

This classic movie is also available in colour for international audiences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is film noir?
Film noir is a style of Hollywood filmmaking from the 1940s and 1950s characterized by dark, atmospheric visuals, morally complex characters, and cynical storylines. Cry of the City (1948) is a superb example of the genre at its finest.

Is the colorized version true to the original film?
Absolutely. The colorization process is guided by thorough historical research to ensure accurate period colors for costumes, interiors, and locations. Every scene from the original black and white film is preserved completely intact.

Is this a DRM-free digital download?
Yes. Your purchase of Cry of the City (1948) Colorized is completely DRM-free. Download it once and keep it forever — no subscription or internet connection required to watch.

What devices can I watch this on?
The downloaded HD file plays on any modern device: smart TV, laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone. Compatible with VLC, Windows Media Player, and all major media players.

How quickly will I receive my download?
Instantly. As soon as your payment is confirmed, your download link is ready. No shipping, no waiting.

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