KISSOFDEATH

Kiss of Death

Kiss of Death is a 1947 film noir movie directed by Henry Hathaway and written by Ben Hecht and Charles Lederer from a story by Eleazar Lipsky. The story revolves around a former robber played by Victor Mature and the ruthless, violent Tommy Udo . The movie also starred Brian Donlevy and introduced Coleen Gray in her first billed role.

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kiss of death

Noun

  1. A kiss on the cheek that signifies the death of the receiver, as delivered by a mob boss or one with such influence.
  2. Something that may seem good and favourable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc.
    The role in the soap opera was the kiss of death for Ann's career as a theatrical actress.


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