A Life in the Balance
"A killer with the cunning of a maniac. A little boy with the courage of a lion."
Originally released in 1955. A Life in the Balance is a crime/mystery film. directed by Rafael Portillo. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ricardo Montalban, Anne Bancroft, and Lee Marvin
Synopsis
A widower's young son leads the police to a killer of sinners in Mexico City.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Mexico
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Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Tele-Voz S.A.
- Panoramic Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Life in the Balance about?
A widower's young son leads the police to a killer of sinners in Mexico City.
Who directed A Life in the Balance?
A Life in the Balance was directed by Rafael Portillo.
How long is A Life in the Balance?
A Life in the Balance has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was A Life in the Balance released?
A Life in the Balance was released on July 1, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Life in the Balance?
The main cast of A Life in the Balance includes Ricardo Montalban, Anne Bancroft, Lee Marvin, José Pérez, Rodolfo Acosta.