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05/12/1947 Crime, Drama 1h 34m
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The Paris of the Orient!

Overview

After World War II Larry learns that his flying buddy Mike will only live a short time despite the efforts of the doctors. He takes on a profitable flying job for profiteers Maris to finance a good time for his buddy. As the plane takes off he shoves Maris' secretary Susan on board. When Mike falls for her, Larry tells her to play along for Mike's sake. She, of course, falls for Larry.

  1. Leslie Fenton

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Alan Ladd

    Major Larry Briggs

  2. Veronica Lake

    Susan Cleaver

  3. Douglas Dick

    Captain Mike Perry

  4. Wally Cassell

    Sergeant Pete Rocco

  5. Luther Adler

    Lieutenant Keon

  6. Morris Carnovsky

    Alex Maris

  7. Luis van Rooten

    Simon

  8. Mikhail Rasumny

    Hotel Clerk

  9. Eugene Borden

    Boat Captain

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Reviews

A review by micar6
Written by micar6 on 2024-09-14
For diehard Veronica Lake/Alan Ladd fans. I was expecting a film noir, but it's more of a low-grade romance. Also another poor attempt to replicate _Casablanca_ with an exotic location and a white tuxedo. Despite the great character actors, the film suffers from 1940s sexism and stereotypes. Ultimately it's a lot of talking in a predictable plot.
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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