The read
It runs a compact 53m.
Synopsis
Dave Kent, a commercial aviator, and his mechanic, Skeets Smith, are forced to make an emergency landing in Mexico and find themselves in the hands of La Panthera, a notorious bandit who wishes to overthrow the government and become president of a new republic. Manuel, his chief henchman, obliges them to collect the booty in a robbery, but Kent manages to meet María Valdez, a prisoner--held for marriage to the insurgent leader--who implores his aid. Kent and Skeets are arrested for the robbery and sentenced to death.
Ratings
IMDb4.7/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- Richard ThorpeDirector
- Harry L. FraserScreenplay
Cast
- Rex LeaseDave Kent
- ArmidaMaria Valdez
- Clyde CookPete 'Skeets' Smith
- Fred MalatestaDon Ricardo Diaz San Pablo La Pandella, 'La Panthera'
- Eddie BolandViva
- Charles K. FrenchArmy Major
- Nick De RuizManuel, Bandito Leader
- Bruce CovingtonSoldier
- Steve ClementeBandit
- Chris-Pin MartinLopez
- NadjaCabaret Dancer
Stills
Themes
mexicorevolutionaviator