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Brute Force

Movie·1947·Crime, Drama, Thriller·1h 38m·7.3 (209)·Directed by Jules Dassin

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Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?

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Burt LancasterBurt LancasterJoe CollinsHume CronynHume CronynCapt. MunseyCharles BickfordCharles BickfordGallagherYvonne De CarloYvonne De CarloGina FerraraAnn BlythAnn BlythRuthElla RainesElla RainesCora ListerAnita ColbyAnita ColbyFlossieSam LeveneSam LeveneLouie Miller #7033

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