The Crooked Way
Director: Robert Florey
Actors: John Payne, Sonny Tufts, Ellen Drew
PlotEddie Riccardi is a war veteran who suffers from amnesia and decides to return to Los Angeles to piece together his past. Upon arrival, he is thrust into a world he doesn't recognize, filled with old acquaintances who seem to know more about him than he knows about himself. Eddie quickly realizes that his previous life was entangled in the criminal underworld, and his associates include a notorious gangster named Vince Alexander. As Eddie navigates this dangerous terrain, he struggles to reconcile his current self with the man he used to be.
Determined to uncover the truth, Eddie finds himself inflamed in a web of deceit and betrayal. His search leads him to Nina Martin, a woman who claims to have been close to him before he lost his memory. As Eddie delves deeper, he becomes embroiled in conflicts with both law enforcement and criminals. Each step Eddie takes brings him closer to understanding why he was once feared and loathed, but also exposes him to imminent dangers that could threaten his chance at a new life.
Writers: Robert Monroe, Richard H. Landau
Release Date: 22 Apr 1949
Runtime: 90 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
The Crooked Way offers engaging noir with charged encounters and a strong performance by Payne, though some video hiccups slightly mar the solid Blu-ray presentation.
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