The Great Plane Robbery
The Great Plane Robbery

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The Great Plane Robbery

1950
Movie
61 min
English

When an airplane lands in Los Angeles after sending a radio request for police and medical aid, one of the passengers, matronly Mrs. Judd, tells Police Inspector Bruce what happened

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: William BerkeGenres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of criminals, led by the charismatic but ruthless "Lefty" Lou, plans an elaborate heist to steal a payroll from a plane. They believe the plane will land at a remote airfield, but their plan quickly unravels due to unforeseen complications and the intervention of a determined lawman. As the stakes rise, betrayals and double-crosses threaten to tear the gang apart before they can even pull off the robbery.

Critical Reception

This low-budget crime film from 1950 received modest attention upon its release, often categorized within the popular film-noir genre of the era. While not a major critical success, it is noted for its straightforward crime narrative and attempts at suspense within its limited scope.

What Reviewers Say

  • A straightforward, if uninspired, crime thriller.

  • Features typical film-noir elements but lacks memorable performances.

  • Presents a simple heist plot that unfolds predictably.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, with limited data available on Google platforms.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Jack Wrather, who was also a prominent figure in early television production and the owner of the Disneyland Hotel before its sale to Disney.

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