(1957)Directed by Martin Ritt85 minDrama, Crime, Romance

“Tense drama of frightened men!”

A male army deserter and a black male dock worker join forces against a corrupt manager, in a corrupt environment, and as their connection blossoms they must face the oppressive and morally decaying city they live in.

John Cassavetesas Axel Nordmann

Sidney Poitieras Tommy Tyler

Jack Wardenas Charles Malik

Kathleen Maguireas Ellen Wilson

Ruby Deeas Lucy Tyler

Val Averyas Brother

Robert F. Simonas George Nordmann

Ruth Whiteas Katherine Nordmann

William A. Leeas Davis

John Kelloggas Detective

David Clarkeas Wallace

Estelle Hemsleyas Mrs. Price

Roy Glennas Stevedore (uncredited)

RB Ralph Bellas Night Boss (uncredited)

MD Mike Danaas Detective (uncredited)

Charles Jordanas Old Stevedore (uncredited)

MO Mike O'Dowdas Malick's Henchman (uncredited)

Edge of the City