"Red Light" (1949) is a crime drama film directed by Roy Del Ruth and stars George Raft, Virginia Mayo, and Raymond Burr. Here’s a summary of the plot, the key cast members, and possible hashtags for social media:
Plot:
The movie follows Raymond (George Raft), a businessman and former policeman who gets caught up in a complex scheme involving insurance fraud and murder. The story begins when Raymond is investigating a traffic accident for his insurance company and becomes entangled in a criminal operation linked to the auto industry. He uncovers a plot that involves bribery, deception, and criminal enterprises connected to the city’s insurance scene. As Raymond works to expose the truth, he faces threats from powerful enemies, putting both his life and career in danger.
The film dives into themes of justice, corruption, and betrayal as Raymond battles moral and physical dilemmas. Romance is also an important subplot, especially with the character of Nina (Virginia Mayo), who plays a woman who becomes romantically involved with Raymond.
Cast:
George Raft as Raymond
Virginia Mayo as Nina
Raymond Burr as Frank Vardan, a tough antagonist
Edgar Buchanan as Professor Lacey
Regis Toomey as Joe Gilmore
Ben Weldon as Doctor
Virginia Mayo, known for her roles in many films from the 1940s and 1950s, plays the femme fatale character in this crime drama, adding a layer of complexity to the plot.
Hashtags:
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#RaymondBurr
#VirginiaMayo
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#InsuranceFraud
This film, like many from the film noir era, blends suspense, gritty characters, and a fast-paced plot, creating a compelling watch for fans of mid-20th-century crime dramas.