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DecentGoodWatch scoreSummary
This MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short looks at the U.S. Department of Immigration's efforts to halt the smuggling of illegal aliens into the country. Desperate immigrants, tired of waiting for legal entry, pay exorbitant fees and risk a grisly death to enter by illegal means.
Good for
- Friends night
- Teens
- Background watch
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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At a glance
Academy Awards1942
- Best Short Subject, Two-reel1942Nominated
Rated
- NRUnited States
What's in it
- ViolenceMild
- Gore, disturbing imagesLittle or none
- Frightening scenesLittle or none
- Sex, nudityLittle or none
- Dark themesModerate
Levels from the title analysis.
Viewing guide
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-ProvokingNot listed for kids or family movie night.
Directing · 1
- Fred Zinnemann Director
Writing · 1
- Carl Dudley Screenplay, Original Story
Camera · 1
- Jackson Rose Director of Photography
Editing · 1
- Albert Akst Editor
Art · 1
- Richard Duce Art Direction
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