The read
It runs a compact 1h 20m.
Synopsis
Bank teller Mike Donovan (Barry Sullivan) takes the first step on the road to Perdition when he fails to report a $49,000 shortage. Accused of theft, Donovan is fired from his job. He is then prevented from finding other employment by Javert-like insurance investigator Gus Slavin (Charles McGraw). Despite many setbacks, Donovan attempts to clear his muddied name.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
13 audience votes
Key crew
- Warren DouglasScreenplay
- Harold D. SchusterDirector
Cast
- Barry SullivanMike Donovan
- Dorothy MaloneRuthie Donovan
- Charles McGrawGus Slavin
- Don HaggertyNeil Sanford
- Mary Beth HughesVera
- Don BeddoeHerman Tate
- Dayton LummisJim Starling
- Joanne JordanGeorgia Hoard
- John EldredgeFrank Temple
- Richard ReevesPete Mazurki / Tanner
Stills
Themes
bankbank robberfilm noirbag of moneyb moviebank teller