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In 'Edge Of The City' we are introduced to Axle, a guy seemingly at the end of his rope. He can't go home and is in trouble enough that he needs to stay out of the public radar. Taking a job at the docks as a stevedore he only wants to be left alone. His life changes though when he meets and is befriended by Tommy Tyler a gregarious and fun loving black man, who sees the good in Axle. Through 'T' Axle learns to live and love again... but how long can it last before Axle's past catches up with him and what will he do when it does.
This movie had a good story line and I enjoyed the interaction between Axle and Tommy... I am not sure about the ending though. Not saying it was bad.. .but I found it a bit abrupt. Everything was resolved but I felt that more could have been said. I REALLY liked Sydney Poitier in this film. Man he was young. I didn't realize though how old Poitier is currently. He doesn't look as old as he really is... which is a compliment I assure you. He's aged very well. (3.5/6.0)
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