In a series of flashbacks, shows that attorney John Morland has given a lift to a hitchhiker who turns out to be a murderer. As a result, Morland himself is implicated in a killing. A pair of detectives discover that Morland has been having business problems and no end of difficulties with his wife Catherine. The trail of clues leads to a surprising revelation.
A former convict, recently released from prison, struggles to reintegrate into society and clear his name. He finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger as he tries to uncover the truth behind the crime for which he was imprisoned, all while evading both the law and dangerous former associates.
Backlash received a mixed reception upon its release, with some critics praising its tense atmosphere and performances, while others found its plot convoluted. It is generally considered a minor but effective entry in the film noir genre.
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Director John Sturges would go on to direct many acclaimed Westerns and action films, including 'The Magnificent Seven' and 'The Great Escape'.
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