Corey Allen, born in 1934 in Los Angeles, California, made his mark in cult cinema as an actor and director. He is best remembered for his role as the scheming character in Private Property (1960) and for directing the action-packed Thunder and Lightning (1977). Allen's career began after earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from UCLA in 1954, where he won the Best Actor award. His diverse talents extended beyond acting, as he directed and co-produced numerous theatrical productions, showcasing his commitment to the arts in the Los Angeles area.
Key Witness
An average Los Angeles citizen witnesses a gang murder when he stops to use a telephone. Aware that he is the only witness against them, the gang members seek out his identity and terrorize him and his family to keep him from testifying against them. Only by psychologically playing one gang member against the others is the man able to bring the police to his rescue.
