When the attractive model Kitty Tyndall (played by Joy Webster) is drowned whilst taking part in a cross channel swim, her competitor, Danny Parker ( played by Sheldon Lawrance), is convinced she was murdered and sets out to investigate. When he too is killed his brother, Griff (played by John Ireland), aided by hotel receptionist Shelley Baxter ( played by Maureen Connell) sets out to uncover the truth...
Routine 'B'-pic whodunit with a fairly predictable plot that stretches credibility at times. It does, however, remain a pleasant reminder of a bygone era of British filmmaking with an interesting cast. Aside from the obligatory imported American stars (Ireland and Lawrance), Arthur Lowe shows up in a bit part as a mechanic as does John Schelsinger who would soon ditch acting and become the leading director of films such as Billy Liar and Darling. Derek Bond is also noteworthy as the villain. Another highlight is the delightful period shots of 1950's Dover, which are used to maximum effect by the veteran cameraman Geoffrey Faithfull. It was directed by C. M Pennington Richards, a former cameraman who made mostly comedies when he turned to direction.
Routine 'B'-pic whodunit with a fairly predictable plot that stretches credibility at times. It does, however, remain a pleasant reminder of a bygone era of British filmmaking with an interesting cast. Aside from the obligatory imported American stars (Ireland and Lawrance), Arthur Lowe shows up in a bit part as a mechanic as does John Schelsinger who would soon ditch acting and become the leading director of films such as Billy Liar and Darling. Derek Bond is also noteworthy as the villain. Another highlight is the delightful period shots of 1950's Dover, which are used to maximum effect by the veteran cameraman Geoffrey Faithfull. It was directed by C. M Pennington Richards, a former cameraman who made mostly comedies when he turned to direction.