Review of Strange Cargo (1940) by Anthony V — 27 Jun 2008
Excellent film and another fine product in the combo of Gable and Crawford. This movie was filled with so much symbolism and religious tones, it sort of surprised me, but in a good way. You can plainly see why it was denounced the way it was back in 1940 but it is still an all around great film.
The plot is interesting and the way each character seems to grow and eventually discover something within themselves gives the film a good taste. Can never go wrong with the chemistry between Crawford and Gable, and that played well here.
Powerful acting by Gable however, and one of his nastiest film roles, but you still couldn't help but cheer for him. Ian Hunter gave a great performance. No matter what your views are religiously, this film, in a film aspect, was one of the better ones.
This review of Strange Cargo (1940) was written by Anthony V on 27 Jun 2008.
Strange Cargo has generally received positive reviews.
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