Title from sell sheet. Richard Widmark, Gene Tierney, Herbert Lom. Based on the novel by Gerald Kersh. Originally released as a motion picture in 1950. Aspect ratio, 1.33:1. Special features: New 4K digital restoration; Alternate presentation; Audio commentary from 2005; Interview with director; Excerpts from a 1972 television; Comparison of the scores for the British and American versions; Trailer; Plus, an essay by film scholar Paul Arthur.
Summary:
Two-bit hustler Harry Fabian aches for a life of ease and plenty. With a history of nowhere schemes, he stumbles upon a chance of a lifetime. But there is no easy money in this underworld and soon Fabian learns the horrible price of his ambition.
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