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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User Reviews
albert s rogell
Poorly executed with weak performances.
john evans
Some performances felt forced instead of genuine.
james v kern
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
albert band
Poorly executed with weak performances.
ray taylor
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
martin andrews
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
christy cabanne
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
tex avery
Lack of chemistry between the main actors.
bernard carr
The plot was predictable and uninspired.
george sherman
The tone kept shifting and never settled.
samuel fuller
Emotional moments didn't land the way they were meant to.
r john hugh
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
ngai hoi-fung
An unsatisfying conclusion that left many questions unanswered.
h c potter
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
f w murnau
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
william l nolte
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
riccardo freda
The dialogue felt natural and well-written.
pedro lazaga sabater
The tone kept shifting and never settled.
tom graeff
A promising premise, but the execution fell short.
stu segall
Solid direction and a clear creative vision.