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Rope of Sand 1949

★ 5.632 votes104 min📅 1949-08-03

"Savage Greed...Sultry Love...Wild Adventure!"

Dive into the gritty world of Rope of Sand (1949), a gripping adventure drama thriller that follows the lives of those surrounding a South African diamond mine.

Director: William Dieterle

Cast

Burt Lancaster
Burt Lancaster
Michael (Mike) Davis
Paul Henreid
Paul Henreid
Commandant Paul G. Vogel
Claude Rains
Claude Rains
Arthur 'Fred' Martingale
Peter Lorre
Peter Lorre
Toady
Corinne Calvet
Corinne Calvet
Mademoiselle Suzanne Renaud aka Aniseneletette Duringreaud
Sam Jaffe
Sam Jaffe
Dr. Francis Kittridge Hunter
John Bromfield
John Bromfield
Thompson (guard)
Mike Mazurki
Mike Mazurki
Pierson (guard)
Kenny Washington
Kenny Washington
John
Edmund Breon
Edmund Breon
Parker, Chairman of the Board

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rope of Sand (1949) about?

The movie follows the lives of those surrounding a South African diamond mine, delving into themes of greed, love, and the harsh realities of the mining industry.

Who directed Rope of Sand?

William Dieterle masterfully directed this gripping adventure drama thriller.

Who stars in Rope of Sand?

The film features a talented cast, including Burt Lancaster, Paul Henreid, and Claude Rains.

Is Rope of Sand (1949) worth watching?

With its unique blend of drama, adventure, and thriller elements, Rope of Sand (1949) is a must-watch for fans of the genre, but be prepared for a tense and suspenseful ride.

How long is Rope of Sand?

The movie has a runtime of 104 minutes.

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About Rope of Sand (1949) — A Gripping Adventure Drama Thriller Set in the Diamond Mines

Dive into the gritty world of Rope of Sand (1949), a gripping adventure drama thriller that follows the lives of those surrounding a South African diamond mine. The movie is a tense, suspenseful ride filled with themes of greed, love, and the harsh realities of the mining industry. William Dieterle's direction masterfully weaves together a complex narrative, bringing to life a cast of memorable characters, including Burt Lancaster, Paul Henreid, and Claude Rains. As the story unfolds, the viewer is taken on a wild adventure, navigating the darker side of human nature and the allure of the unknown.

As the sadistic policeman tasked with maintaining order at the mine, the atmosphere is thick with tension, and the stakes are high. With its unique blend of drama, adventure, and thriller elements, Rope of Sand (1949) is a must-watch for fans of the genre. Don't miss this gripping tale of human nature's darkest impulses.