A forgotten Brit thriller where everyone's drinking, scheming, and nobody's innocent.
The owner of a drinking club in London's Shepherd Market becomes invovled in a game of intrigue, blackmail and murder.
Acting
Ian Hendry's sweaty desperation as the trapped protagonist.
Production
Shepherd Market locations reeking of authentic grime.
Director
John Jacobs
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ian Hendry was originally cast as the lead in The Avengers TV series but was replaced after one season; this film captures his bitter, fading-star energy perfectly.
Shepherd Market was a real red-light district hangout for minor aristocracy and criminals — the film's locations weren't dressed, they were documentary.
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