Panic in the Streets
film by Kazan [1950]
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Panic in the Streets is a 1950 film directed by Elia Kazan. The movie is a suspenseful depiction of a manhunt for criminals who are unknowingly carrying a deadly plague. Filmed on location in New Orleans, the film features strong performances from its cast, including Richard Widmark, Jack Palance, and Zero Mostel. Kazan was known for his work in both stage and film, often focusing on psychological realism and developing actors through the Method acting technique.1
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