The Black Marble (1979)
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57% of users liked it
(653 ratings)
Adapted for the screen by novelist Joseph Wambaugh himself, The Black Marble stars Robert Foxworth as a burned-out, hard-drinking cop who is teamed with idealistic lady officer Paula Prentiss. These two polar opposites wade their way through a seamy urban world of corruption and hopelessness. The… More Adapted for the screen by novelist Joseph Wambaugh himself, The Black Marble stars Robert Foxworth as a burned-out, hard-drinking cop who is teamed with idealistic lady officer Paula Prentiss. These two polar opposites wade their way through a seamy urban world of corruption and hopelessness. The film is peppered with supporting players, of which include Harry Dean Stanton, James Woods, John Hancock and Barbara Babcock. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Rating, Runtime
- PG, 1 hr. 53 min.
- Directed By
- Harold Becker
- Written By
- Joseph Wambaugh
- Genres
- Drama, Action & Adventure, Romance, Comedy
- In Theaters
- Jan 1, 1980 Wide
- On DVD
- Apr 8, 2003
- Studio
- Sultan Entertainment
Critic Reviews
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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
The Black Marble is an engaging cop drama that stands head and shoulders above others in this genre.
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Cast
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Robert Foxworthas Sgt. Valnikov -
Paula Prentissas Sgt. Natalie Zimmerman -
Harry Dean Stantonas Philo Sinner
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Barbara Babcockas Madeline Whitfield -
John Hancockas Clarence Cromwell -
James Woodsas Fiddler
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