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A Yank in Libya (1942)

"A ONE-MAN BLITZ!"

3.819421h 7mEN
WarDramaRomance

Directed by Albert Herman

Rating

3.8/10

Runtime

1h 7m

Language

EN

Release

July 24, 1942

Director

Albert Herman

Overview

American correspondent Mike Malone uncovers a Nazi plot for an uprising of the Arab tribes in Lybia. Pursued by Sheik David and his men, Mike takes refuge in the suite of Nancy Brooks, who is in the British Intelligence. He asks her to hide a gun and escapes through a window. Reporting the affair to...

Cast

Walter Woolf King

Walter Woolf King

Mike Malone

Joan Woodbury

Joan Woodbury

Nancy Brooks-Graham

H.B. Warner

H.B. Warner

Herbert Forbes

Harry Parke

Harry Parke

Parky

Duncan Renaldo

Duncan Renaldo

Sheik David

George J. Lewis

George J. Lewis

Sheik Ibrahim

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Yank in Libya (1942), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

American correspondent Mike Malone uncovers a Nazi plot for an uprising of the Arab tribes in Lybia. Pursued by Sheik David and his men, Mike takes refuge in the suite of Nancy Brooks, who is in the British Intelligence. He asks her to hide a gun and escapes through a window. Reporting the affair to British Consul Herbert Forbes, the latter tries to discourage him from further investigation, as the British are aware of the plot and are planning on staging a coup. He goes with Mike to Nancy's apartment, and she denies having ever seen him before. Sheik Ibrahim, next in command of the Arab tribe to Sheik David, is plotting with Nazi agent Yussof Streyer to kill David who is friendly with the British. Mike and Nancy have gone to David's camp, escape from Ibrahim's henchmen, and get back to El Moktar before the Arabs attack the garrison.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Yank in Libya. 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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