Synopsis
Nick Garcos comes back from his tour of duty in World War II planning to settle down with his girlfriend, Polly Faber. He learns, however, that his father was recently beaten and burglarized by mob-connected trucker Mike Figlia, and Nick resolves to get even. He partners with prostitute Rica, and together they go after Mike, all the while getting pulled further into the local crime underworld.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 7.5/10 | 53% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 100% | 26% |
| TMDB | 7.3/10118 votes | 21% |
| Balasaur Score | 81 | 100% |
Key crew
- Jules DassinDirector
- A.I. BezzeridesScreenplay
- Alfred NewmanOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Richard ConteNick Garcos
- Valentina CorteseRica
- Lee J. CobbMike Figlia
- Barbara LawrencePolly Faber
- Jack OakieSlob
- Millard MitchellEd Kinney
- Joseph PevneyPete
- Morris CarnovskyYanko Garcos
- Tamara ShayneParthena Garcos
- Kasia OrzazewskiMrs. Polansky
- Norbert SchillerMr. Polansky
- Hope EmersonMidge
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