The Cry Baby Killer (1958)

In the gritty urban backdrop of 1958, we find our protagonist, 17-year-old Jimmy Wallace, ensnared in a storm of violence and teenage rivalry. His love for Carole Fields sparks a brutal confrontation with Manny Cole and his thuggish companions, Joey and Al. Driven by jealousy, Manny and his crew let their fists do the talking, leaving Jimmy battered and bruised. Undeterred by the beating, Jimmy later confronts the gang at their usual haunt, determined to win back Carole and restore his honor. This encounter escalates into a frenzied brawl, with brass knuckles flashing and a pistol making its chilling debut. The gun tumbles onto the ground in the tumult, and in a desperate act of self-defense, Jimmy seizes it, shooting Manny and Al. Suddenly, a police officer emerges, demanding Jimmy's surrender. But panic grips him, the thought of having murdered his aggressors driving him to a desperate course of action. He retreats into a nearby storeroom, taking three innocents - a man, a woman, and her baby - hostage. This leads to a gripping standoff that forms the crux of 'The Cry Baby Killer', a tale of teenage love, rivalry, and the devastating consequences of a moment's panic.

The Cry Baby Killer is a crime movie featuring Harry Lauter and directed by Jus Addiss.

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