Two professional killers invade a small town and kill a gas station attendant, “the Swede,” who’s expecting them. Insurance investigator Reardon pursues the case against the orders of his boss, who considers it trivial. Weaving together threads of the Swede’s life, Reardon uncovers a complex tale of treachery and crime, all linked with gorgeous, mysterious Kitty Collins.
Robert Siodmak
Burt Lancaster, Ava Gardner, Edmond O’Brien, Albert Dekker
28 Aug 1946 (USA)
Nominated for 4 Oscars. Another 3 wins.tt0038669 , Small Town, Gas Station, Boxer, Femme Fatale, Murder, Heist, Attempted Robbery, Insurance Investigator, Classic Noir, Hemingway, Film Noir