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When nuclear scientists are kidnapped and smuggled behind the Iron Curtain, an FBI man and a British agent are assigned to catch the kidnappers.
A convicted murderer escapes from prison with the help of his wife and her lover. While on the run, they become entangled in a web of deception and violence, with the authorities closing in. The fugitives must decide who to trust as their desperate bid for freedom unravels.
Escape Route is a lesser-known noir film that received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its suspenseful atmosphere and gritty portrayal of desperation, others found its plot convoluted and its characters unsympathetic. It is often considered a B-movie of the era, appreciated by dedicated fans of the genre for its noir elements.
Praised for its tense atmosphere and noir sensibilities.
Criticized for a predictable plot and somewhat underdeveloped characters.
A decent, if unremarkable, entry into the crime thriller genre of the early 1950s.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's niche status, but those available suggest an appreciation for its classic noir elements and suspense, though some found it to be less impactful than other films of its kind.
Dolores Fuller, who plays the wife in 'Escape Route', was also a screenwriter and worked on early scripts for Ed Wood, including 'Glen or Glenda' and 'Bride of the Monster'.
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This is actually quite a reasonably paced little cold war thriller. It sees FBI man George Raft ("Rossi") and his British counterpart "Sally" (Joan Miller) seek to get to the bottom of a mystery involving the disappearance of several high-l...