Half a Sinner (1940)

In the throes of her youthful bloom, the vibrant Anne Gladden, a schoolteacher, confronts the terrifying prospect of a monotonous existence. Deciding to veer off the beaten path, she indulges in a shopping spree for trendy attire and sets forth in search of the unknown. Her newfound audacity emboldens her to engage in playful banter with total strangers. However, when a menacing gangster showers her with unsolicited attention, she eludes him, absconding in his vehicle, unaware of the dead body lying in the backseat. In a frantic bid to reclaim his vehicle, along with its damning secret, the gangster initiates a desperate manhunt. Meanwhile, the unsuspecting Anne comes to the rescue of an attractive young man marooned on the roadside. Sparks fly, but the unexpected discovery of the corpse in the trunk compels them to return the stolen car. As they bicker their way back to the city, they find themselves pursued not only by the irate gangster, but also by the police, who now consider them prime murder suspects. This dynamic pair, initially seeking adventure and love, now find themselves entangled in a thrilling chase, teetering on the brink of danger, their fate hanging in the balance. Only time will tell whether their escapade will end in freedom or in handcuffs.

Half a Sinner is an adventure movie featuring Heather Angel.

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