The Escape 1939
"SMASHING DRAMA of the city streets...thousands fighting...for survival!"
Dive into the gritty streets of a 1939 crime drama where loyalty and desperation collide in *The Escape*.
Director: Ricardo Cortez
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Escape (1939) about?
*The Escape* follows Louie Peronni, an embittered ex-con who returns from prison to find his life unraveling. His sister is about to marry a cop, his secret wife has abandoned their child, and his old gang offers a dangerous lifeline—robbing a fur warehouse. But when the heist goes wrong, Louie must face the consequences of his choices before the law closes in.
Who directed The Escape?
Ricardo Cortez directed *The Escape* (1939), bringing a sharp eye to its crime-drama narrative.
Who stars in The Escape?
The film stars Kane Richmond as Louie Peronni, Amanda Duff, June Gale, Edward Norris, and Henry Armetta in pivotal roles.
Is The Escape (1939) worth watching?
*The Escape* is a fast-paced, morally charged crime drama that delivers on tension and atmosphere despite its short runtime. While it lacks the polish of major studio releases, its raw energy and gritty storytelling make it a compelling watch for fans of classic noir and pre-war cinema.
How long is The Escape?
The Escape (1939) has a runtime of 63 minutes.
About The Escape (1939) — A Gritty Crime Drama of Redemption and Betrayal
Dive into the gritty streets of a 1939 crime drama where loyalty and desperation collide in *The Escape*. Directed by Ricardo Cortez, this forgotten gem follows Louie Peronni, a hardened ex-con returning from prison to find his life in ruins—his sister engaged to a cop, his secret wife gone, and his baby abandoned. Haunted by his past, Louie reunites with his old gang for a high-stakes fur warehouse heist, but the night watchman's murder sets off a chain of betrayal and violence. As police close in, Louie must confront the consequences of his choices while his gang's loyalty wavers. Shot in stark black-and-white, *The Escape* pulses with raw energy, blending crime, drama, and a touch of noir atmosphere.
With a runtime of just over an hour, this tightly woven thriller keeps viewers on edge, balancing crime, family drama, and moral dilemmas. Cortez's direction leans into the era's hard-boiled sensibilities, while the cast delivers performances steeped in desperation and rage. *The Escape* is a time capsule of pre-war cinema, offering a glimpse into the moral complexities of survival in a city where everyone has something to hide.