City for Conquest (1940)

In the bustling heart of New York City, Danny Kenny, a humble truck driver spirals into the gritty world of professional boxing. His transformation into a formidable fighter is fueled not by his own dreams, but by the ambition of his girlfriend, Peggy, an aspiring dancer who yearns for them both to rise above their modest beginnings. As Danny's fists find success in the ring, he pours his newfound wealth into his brother Eddie's music composition career, serving as an unassuming patron to his artistic pursuits. Meanwhile, Peggy's dancing career takes flight, propelling her into a world far removed from their shared past. When she rejects Danny's marriage proposal to devote herself entirely to her career, a heartbroken Danny, yearning to retire from boxing, finds himself tethered to the violent sport even more. Tragedy strikes in the unforgiving ring, where rosin dust, cunningly placed on an opponent's gloves, robs Danny of his sight. Despite his despair, Danny finds a lifeline in his former manager who funds a newsstand for the now semi-blind fighter. As the world continues to spin, Eddie's musical talent ascends, culminating in a triumphant symphony at Carnegie Hall dedicated to his brother. Danny, rooted to his humble newsstand, drinks in the music over the radio, unaware of the poignant reunion destiny is orchestrating. Peggy, her star now faded, finds herself in the audience at Carnegie, her heart aching for the simple love she once shunned. Overcome, she races back to Danny, their reunion a poignant testament to enduring love and shared dreams. "City for Conquest," based on the novel of the same name, is an evocative journey through struggle, ambition, and the redeeming power of love in the unforgiving landscape of the big city.

City for Conquest is a crime movie featuring James Cagney and directed by Anatole Litvak.

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