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Pickup (1951)

"They gave her a bad name... and she lived up to it!"

5.919511h 18mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by Hugo Haas

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 18m

Language

EN

Release

July 21, 1951

Director

Hugo Haas

Official Trailer

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Overview

Jan Horak is a middle-aged railroad dispatcher stationed at a forsaken spot in the desert, within driving distance of the nearest town. A widower, he has saved his money and goes to town to buy a dog, meets Betty, a flashy blonde who gains his confidence and marries him to acquire his $7,000 "fortun...

Cast

Hugo Haas

Hugo Haas

Jan 'Hunky' Horak

Beverly Michaels

Beverly Michaels

Betty Horak

Allan Nixon

Allan Nixon

Steve Kowalski

Howland Chamberlain

Howland Chamberlain

'The Professor', tramp

Jo-Carroll Dennison

Jo-Carroll Dennison

Irma, Betty's friend

Bernard Gorcey

Bernard Gorcey

Peddler with Dog

Mark Lowell

Mark Lowell

Counter-man

Jack Daley

Jack Daley

Company Doctor

Art Lewis

Art Lewis

The Motorist

Marjorie Beckett

Marjorie Beckett

Woman In Crowd

Murvyn Vye

Murvyn Vye

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Pickup (1951), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Jan Horak is a middle-aged railroad dispatcher stationed at a forsaken spot in the desert, within driving distance of the nearest town. A widower, he has saved his money and goes to town to buy a dog, meets Betty, a flashy blonde who gains his confidence and marries him to acquire his $7,000 "fortune."

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Pickup. 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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