Plot
In the shadowy world of post-WW2 Britain, Clem Morgan, an ex-RAF airman disillusioned with the monotony of civilian life, finds himself entwined in a web of crime and treachery. Lured into a group of black-market smugglers led by the ruthless Narcy, Morgan's life takes a dramatic twist during a heist gone awry. A fatal accident results in the death of a policeman and Morgan, framed as the driver of the deadly getaway car, is thrust into a prison cell.
Burning with revenge against those who wronged him, Morgan engineers a daring escape, embarking on a tense journey towards London. His path is complicated by the intriguing Mrs. Fenshaw, a woman who provides assistance in return for a sinister request - the murder of her husband.
Upon reaching London, Morgan finds sanctuary with the compassionate Sally, who unknowingly falls in love with a fugitive. As the net of retribution tightens, he must confront Narcy and his criminal gang in a deserted warehouse, setting the stage for a climactic showdown.
Directed by Brazilian maestro Cavalcanti, "They Made Me a Fugitive" is a gritty film noir that plunges into the heart of darkness, weaving a tale of betrayal, revenge, and unlikely love. This riveting crime drama, rich in suspense and twists, is not to be mistaken for the unrelated "They Made Me a Criminal" (1939).
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They Made Me a Fugitive is a crime movie featuring Sally Gray.
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