CS #363. Sapphire (1959)

CS #363. Sapphire (1959)

is a landmark British mystery crime drama that won the BAFTA Award for Best Film. Directed by Basil Dearden, it is recognized for its progressive exploration of racism and racial prejudice in post-war London.
Plot and Themes
The Murder: The story begins with the discovery of a young woman's body, Sapphire, who was stabbed to death in a London park.
The Mystery: As Superintendent Hazard (Nigel Patrick) and Inspector Leroy (Michael Craig) investigate, they discover that Sapphire was a biracial student "passing" as white.