Catalog
7.4
The Seventh Cross
In Nazi Germany in 1936, seven men escape from a concentration camp, sparking a deadly game of cat and mouse as they evade capture by the Gestapo. As the seventh cross remains empty, George Heisler makes a desperate bid for freedom, navigating the complexities of human relationships and morality in the face of unimaginable cruelty. With the help of ordinary Germans who risk everything to aid his escape, Heisler begins to shed his cynical worldview, rediscovering hope in the darkest of times.
6.6
Macao
Nick Cochran (Robert Mitchum), an American in exile, arrives in Macao with his plans to restore his name by capturing international crime lord Vincent Halloran. There, he meets Julie Benson (Jane Russell), a nightclub singer who is also hiding a secret. As they navigate the underworld of Macao's casinos and nightclubs, Nick becomes embroiled in a complex web of mistaken identity and deception.
7.3
Crime Wave
Reformed parolee Steve Lacey finds himself caught in a desperate game of cat and mouse when his phone rings with an unexpected call from an old acquaintance seeking shelter. As he's forced to re-enter the world of crime, Lacey must navigate the treacherous landscape of his past and confront the unforgiving nature of Detective Sims, who sees him as forever lost to his former life as a cop-killer. With the lives of those around him hanging in the balance, Lacey is torn between loyalty and survival, ultimately leading to a thrilling showdown that exposes the darkness at the heart of human nature.
6.5
Follow Me Quietly
In the rain-soaked streets of a crime-ridden city, a serial killer known as "The Judge" stalks his next victim, striking when the skies weep tears of despair. A relentless reporter named Ann Gorman is hot on the trail, following Lieutenant Harry Grant as he constructs a life-size dummy to aid in the investigation, but can she crack the case before it's too late?
6.8
Shadow on the Wall
In the dark and twisted world of "Shadow on the Wall," a young girl's fragmented memories hold the key to unraveling a decades-old mystery of murder, betrayal, and deception. Susan Starrling, a child traumatized by her stepmother's brutal killing, is determined to uncover the truth behind the shadow on the wall that haunts her - a shadow that has come to represent the evil aunt who destroyed her family. With the help of psychiatrist Caroline Canford, Susan embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim her memories and confront the forces that have silenced her for so long.
6.5
Dillinger
The 1945 film "Dillinger" is a gripping biography of America's most notorious public enemy number one, John Dillinger. The movie masterfully weaves together the untold story of this infamous bank robber, from his humble beginnings as an Indiana farm boy to his rise as a crime lord in the 1930s, and ultimately, to his tragic demise at the hands of law enforcement.
6.5
Crack-Up
Art critic and lecturer George Steele violently forces entry into the Manhattan Museum of Art, claiming he was involved in a train wreck that never happened. As he recounts his bizarre events, police lieutenant Cochrane finds no record of any recent accidents, leaving Steele's sanity - and the truth behind a valuable painting by Albrecht Dürer - hanging in the balance.
6
A Prize of Gold
In 1955's "A Prize of Gold", Richard Widmark stars as Master Sergeant Joe Lawrence, a US Air Force sergeant driven by love and compassion to commit a daring crime. Alongside George Cole and Nigel Patrick, Widmark hatches a plan to hijack gold meant for German orphans, navigating a complex web of loyalty, deception, and murder in post-war Berlin.
6
A Woman's Secret
In a complex web of loyalty and deception, Marian Washburn (Maureen O'Hara), a popular singer, finds herself at the center of a murder investigation when her protege, Susan Caldwell (Gloria Grahame), is gunned down. As Marian becomes the prime suspect, her loyal piano player Luke Jordan (Melvyn Douglas) and attorney Brook Matthews (Victor Jory) work together to uncover the truth behind Susan's death, revealing a dark past of romance, betrayal, and manipulation that threatens to destroy their lives forever.
6.4
Because of You
Because of You is a 1952 American romantic drama film starring Loretta Young and Jeff Chandler as Christine Carroll Kimberly and Steve Kimberly, a wounded combat pilot who falls in love with her after she becomes his nurse's aide at a hospital. Christine's past as an unwitting accessory to her gangster fiancé Mike Monroe comes back to haunt her when he appears again, forcing her to choose between revealing the truth or risking losing Steve's trust. As Christine navigates her complicated feelings and tries to move on with her life, she eventually finds redemption through a chance encounter with Steve's twin sister Susan, who takes pity on her and invites her to stay with their family.
7.2
The Verdict
In a gripping tale of revenge and justice, Scotland Yard Superintendent George Grodman seeks to clear his name after being fired for a miscarriage of justice that led to an innocent man's execution. Grodman's personal vendetta becomes a murder mystery when his nephew is found stabbed to death in his locked room, and the investigation leads him down a treacherous path of deceit and betrayal. As the truth unfolds, Grodman's own dark past is revealed, exposing a web of corruption and deceit that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.
7.6
The Narrow Margin
Detective Sergeant Walter Brown (Charles McGraw) is assigned to protect a key witness, Mrs. Frankie Neall (Marie Windsor), on a cross-country train journey from Chicago to Los Angeles as she testifies against a mob boss and carries an important payoff list. With the help of a conductor, Joseph Kemp (Gordon Gebert), Brown must navigate a complex web of threats and danger while trying to keep Mrs. Neall safe from a ruthless hitman, Densel. As they journey through the night, Brown befriends passenger Ann Sinclair (Jacqueline White) and her young son Tommy, but soon discovers that she is actually an undercover policewoman posing as Mrs. Neall.
6.7
The Racket
The Racket is a 1951 black-and-white drama film noir directed by John Cromwell and uncredited directors Nicholas Ray, Tay Garnett and Mel Ferrer. The film stars Robert Mitchum as Captain Thomas McQuigg, the only honest police captain on the force, who takes on the violent mob boss Nick Scanlon (played by Robert Ryan) after partnering with local crime boss Nick Scanlon. McQuigg's loyal patrolman, Johnson (played by William Talman), and reporter Dave Ames are helpful in his efforts to stop all mob corruption in the city, while sexy nightclub singer Irene Hayes is persuaded to testify against Scanlon, putting her life in danger.
6.7
Out of the Fog
In the gritty world of 1940s Brooklyn, a ruthless gangster holds sway over the wharves, extorting protection money from unsuspecting boat-owners. But two fed-up fishermen have had enough and hatch a desperate plan to take down the racketeer themselves, in a tense thriller that hurtles towards its deadly conclusion amidst the fog-shrouded docks of Sheepshead Bay.
6.2
Smooth as Silk
Successful lawyer Mark Fenton seeks to and achieves the acquittal of young playboy Don Elliott, who is accused of driving drunk and killing a pedestrian. After completing the case, Mark approaches Don's uncle and trustee, the respected theater producer Stephen Elliott, to give his girlfriend, actress Paula Marlowe, a role in his new theatrical production. However, when Stephen rejects her request, Mark becomes enraged over the prosecution of two innocent people and goes on a killing spree, leaving a trail of deceit, manipulation, and ultimately, murder.
7
His Kind of Woman
In this tense thriller, Robert Mitchum stars alongside Jane Russell in a luxurious Mexican resort where nothing is as it seems. A professional gambler accepts a mysterious job that takes him from the U.S. to Mexico, only to find himself entangled with fellow guests who may be more than they appear. As he navigates the complex web of motives and alliances, Milner must confront his own loneliness and trust no one - not even the beautiful Lenore Brent.
6.4
Fingerman
In the gritty underbelly of 1950s America, a former convict seeks redemption by infiltrating a notorious mob operation, driven by a personal vendetta fueled by his sister's devastating struggle with addiction. As he navigates the treacherous world of crime and corruption, Casey Martin must confront his own demons and decide where his loyalty truly lies. With its dark and suspenseful tone, Finger Man is a gripping film noir that delves into the shadows of human nature, where trust is a luxury and survival is a constant fight.
7.2
Mystery Street
In 1950, MGM brought to life a gripping tale of forensic science and justice in "Mystery Street", a black-and-white film noir directed by John Sturges and shot on location in Boston and Cape Cod. A young woman's skeletal remains turn up on a Massachusetts beach, setting off a complex investigation led by detective Peter Morales, aided by Harvard Medical School expert Dr. McAdoo. As the case unfolds, Morales teams with Boston police to unravel the mystery of the woman's identity, her death, and who pulled the trigger, leading to a thrilling conclusion that exposes deceit, blackmail, and ultimately, justice for an innocent victim.
6.8
The Lost Moment
A publisher named Lewis Venable (Robert Cummings) travels from New York to Venice in search of long-lost love letters from poet Jeffrey Ashton. He insinuates himself into the home of Ashton's former lover and recipient of the letters, Juliana Bordereau (Agnes Moorehead), a 105-year-old recluse who is struggling with dementia and obsession. Lewis meets Juliana's severe niece Tina (Susan Hayward) at her residence, where he learns that she has dissociative identity disorder, often believing she is Ashton or his lover, Rosa.
7
Side Street
In a gritty portrayal of urban temptation and corruption, "Side Street" follows Joe Norson, a struggling young father-to-be who impulsively steals an envelope of $30,000 from a corrupt attorney's office. As he tries to return the money, his life unravels in a thrilling game of cat and mouse with the police, his accomplices, and the real killer. With heart-pumping chases through New York City streets and a web of deceit that threatens to consume him, Joe must clear himself from suspicion and bring the truth to light before it's too late.