Wicked City (1949 film)

Wicked City is a 1949 American film noir directed by Spencer Bennet. The film stars Robert Rockwell, Paula Raymond, and John Litel.

The plot revolves around a young lawyer, David Brandon (Rockwell), who becomes embroiled in a complex case involving corruption and murder within a seemingly respectable city. He finds himself attracted to, and eventually falling in love with, Vivian (Raymond), a woman connected to the criminal element he is investigating. Litel plays the role of a corrupt city official who is a key figure in the unfolding drama.

Wicked City is known for its low-budget production values and its typical film noir themes, including betrayal, deception, and moral ambiguity. Although not considered a classic of the genre, it's a representative example of post-war crime films and the societal anxieties they often reflected. The film explores themes of greed and the dark underbelly of civic life.