Time Limit (1957)

Set against the backdrop of the Korean War, "Time Limit (1957)" weaves a complex narrative of loyalty, sacrifice, and the blurred lines of wartime morality. U.S. Army Colonel William Edwards finds himself in the heart of this ethical storm as he investigates the case of Major Harry Cargill. Cargill, a once exemplary soldier, stands accused of an unthinkable betrayal – aiding the enemy during his imprisonment in North Korea. Edwards' mission is clear-cut: gather evidence and determine if Cargill should face the daunting prospect of a court-martial. However, as the plot unfolds, the waters of culpability grow murkier. Cargill's admission of guilt weighs heavily against him, yet his unblemished past record and steadfast refusal to defend himself spark a flame of doubt in Edwards. Adding to the pressure is General Connors, a grieving father whose son perished in the same prison camp as Cargill. Connors' desire for justice – or perhaps vengeance – is relentless, his impatience with Edwards' investigation palpable. Yet, as Edwards delves deeper into the labyrinth of this military mystery, he uncovers a chilling truth. General Connor's son, Captain Joe Connors, was a traitor, and his death was at the hands of his fellow Americans. In a cruel twist of fate, the North Koreans used this act of internal justice as a tool of manipulation, forcing Cargill into collaboration under the threat of killing all American prisoners. With this revelation, Edwards finds himself grappling with a moral dilemma. He must decide between pursuing a court martial or defending the man who made an unthinkable sacrifice for his fellow soldiers. "Time Limit (1957)" is a gripping exploration of the grey areas of war, where right and wrong are not as black and white as they seem. This plot will have you on the edge of your seat, questioning where the line is drawn between traitor and hero.

Time Limit is a drama movie featuring Richard Widmark.

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