Act of Violence (1949)

A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.

Directed by: Fred Zinnemann

Cast: Van Heflin, Robert Ryan, Janet Leigh, Barbara Billingsley, Berry Kroeger, Connie Gilchrist, Fred Zinnemann, Harry Antrim, John Albright, Margaret Bert, Mary Astor, Phyllis Thaxter

Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Film-Noir, Thriller

Rating: 7.1/10

Open on Film Dilemma