Sapphire (1959)
The sensational story of a girl who didn't belong.
Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives wade through a stubbornly entrenched sludge of racism and bigotry.
Director: Basil Dearden
Genre: Mystery, Crime, Thriller
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: November 2, 1959
Cast
- Nigel Patrick - Superintendent Robert Hazard
- Michael Craig - Inspector Phil Learoyd
- Yvonne Mitchell - Mildred
- Paul Massie - David Harris
- Bernard Miles - Ted Harris
- Olga Lindo - Mrs. Harris
- Earl Cameron - Dr. Robbins
- Gordon Heath - Paul Slade
- Barbara Steele - Student
- Peter Vaughan - Detective Whitehead (uncredited)
Screenplay
Music: Philip Green
Cinematography: Harry Waxman
Editing: John D. Guthridge
Production: Artna Films Ltd., The Rank Organisation
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Espionage and International Intrigue, High-Speed Chase on City Streets, Police Shootout and Gangland War, High-Speed Motorcycle Chase in the City, Heist Escape Plan and Action
Keywords
london, england, police, scotland yard, intrigue, murder investigation, racial prejudice, mixed race, police procedural, metropolitan police, passing for white
More Films by Director: Basil Dearden
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sapphire about?
- Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives wade through a stubbornly entrenched sludge of racism and bigotry.
- Who directed Sapphire?
- Sapphire was directed by Basil Dearden.
- Who stars in Sapphire?
- Sapphire stars Nigel Patrick, Michael Craig, Yvonne Mitchell, Paul Massie, Bernard Miles, Olga Lindo.
- How long is Sapphire?
- Sapphire has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Sapphire?
- Sapphire is a Mystery, Crime, Thriller film.
- Where was Sapphire produced?
- Sapphire was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of Sapphire?
- The themes of Sapphire include: Espionage and International Intrigue, High-Speed Chase on City Streets, Police Shootout and Gangland War, High-Speed Motorcycle Chase in the City, Heist Escape Plan and Action.