Desperate Cargo (1941)
Description: DEATH STRIKES...a mile above the Caribbean...as air piracy terrorizes the new Spanish Main!
When two showgirls decide to leave South America and head for home, they sweet talk the purser of a clipper ship into giving them berths. In the course of the voyage, a band of thieves attempts to take over the ship and make off with its cash cargo. The heroic purser has other ideas and weighs in to save the day.
Director: William Beaudine
Producer: william beaudine
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 157 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 16:23:18
Genre:
Crime
Drama
Romance
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curtis harrington
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
r john hugh
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
pedro lazaga sabater
The tone kept shifting and never settled.
william clemens
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
hou cheng
Editing choices that disrupted the flow of the story.
bernard vorhaus
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
carlo vanzina
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
eddie nicart
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
joy n houck jr
Overall, a forgettable experience that I wouldn't recommend.
julian roffman
Excellent performances all around.
herbert j biberman
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
sean macgregor
Some performances felt forced instead of genuine.
george archainbaud
Visually stunning and emotionally gripping. Highly recommended!
william k howard
Great chemistry between the leads.
richard whorf
The world-building felt shallow and unconvincing.
reginald barker
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
richard wallace
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
michael reeves
Cinematography was dull and didn't add much.
dave fleischer
The ending felt rushed and unsatisfying.
william fruet
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.