Escape
Escape

Escape

1948Movie78 minEnglish

A convict sentenced to three years for killing a detective escapes and goes on the lam, aided by a local girl.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Joseph Leo MankiewiczGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

In Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II, a Danish woman is drawn into the Danish Resistance after her lover, a collaborator with the Nazis, is revealed to be working for the enemy. She faces harrowing choices as she navigates the dangerous world of espionage and sabotage.

Critical Reception

While not a major box office success, 'Escape' was generally well-received by critics for its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from Rex Harrison. It is often cited as a solid, if somewhat overlooked, wartime drama from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful narrative and effective portrayal of wartime Denmark.
  • Rex Harrison's performance as the conflicted protagonist was a standout element.
  • Considered a well-crafted, albeit somber, thriller that captures the grim realities of occupation.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on a 1937 novel of the same name by French author Henri Troyat, though the plot was significantly altered for the cinematic adaptation.

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Poor old Rex Harrison ("Denant") is taking a stroll though a foggy park when he gets involved in a tragic contretemps with a prostitute and an undercover police officer. The ensuing fracas sees the officer fall to the ground where he bangs ...