After crossing up a pal, pilot Widmark attempts to make up for the wrongdoing by flying a dangerous assignment in rough weather for the wronged friend. As the winds bounce his craft through the air, he begins thinking back over his life and the things he has done. Widmark's story is told
in flashback. After serving in WW II as a pilot and singlehandedly sinking a Japanese ship, Widmark returns to civilian life. He takes a job as a pilot for a candy company with obvious mob connections. When he learns that his employers are also in on dope smuggling, he decides to get a piece of
the action himself. After engaging in an affair with Lake, a company secretary and girl ...
Released:
1949
Rated:
NR
Length:
83 mins