Quicksand (1950) is a tense film noir directed by Irving Pichel, starring Mickey Rooney, Peter Lorre, and Jeanne Cagney.
The story follows Dan Brady, a young mechanic whose impulsive decision to “borrow” money sets off a chain of disastrous events. Each attempt to cover his tracks drags him deeper into crime, deceit, and desperation — like sinking into quicksand. With Rooney’s surprising turn in a darker role and Lorre’s sinister presence, Quicksand is a gripping tale of downfall and noir fatalism.
Film Details
Title: Quicksand
Year: 1950
Genre: Film Noir / Crime / Thriller
Director: Irving Pichel
Starring:
Mickey Rooney as Dan Brady
Jeanne Cagney as Vera Novak
Peter Lorre as Nick Dramoshag
Barbara Bates
Runtime: Approx. 79 minutes
Studio: United Artists
Country: United States
Format: Black‑and‑white
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