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Larceny (1948)

"THEY MADE THEIR OWN RULES... and played for keeps!"

5.819481h 29mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by George Sherman

Rating

5.8/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

September 3, 1948

Director

George Sherman

Overview

Rick Mason is the no-good lowdown rat who tries to capitalize on postwar patriotism and grief. He finagles a war widow into giving up her savings for a nonexistent memorial. When Mason falls in love with the widow he has pangs of conscience, but he reckons without his con-artist boss, who tends to b...

Cast

John Payne

John Payne

Rick Mason

Joan Caulfield

Joan Caulfield

Deborah Owens Clark

Dan Duryea

Dan Duryea

Silky Randall

Shelley Winters

Shelley Winters

Tory

Dorothy Hart

Dorothy Hart

Madeline

Richard Rober

Richard Rober

Max

Dan O'Herlihy

Dan O'Herlihy

Duke

Nicholas Joy

Nicholas Joy

Walter Vanderline

Percy Helton

Percy Helton

Charlie Jordan

Walter Greaza

Walter Greaza

Mr. Owens

Patricia Alphin

Patricia Alphin

Waitress

Harry Antrim

Harry Antrim

Mr. McNulty

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Larceny (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Rick Mason is the no-good lowdown rat who tries to capitalize on postwar patriotism and grief. He finagles a war widow into giving up her savings for a nonexistent memorial. When Mason falls in love with the widow he has pangs of conscience, but he reckons without his con-artist boss, who tends to bolster his arguments with muscle and bullets.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Larceny. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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