Forbidden Passage
"Another thrilling CRIME DOES NOT PAY Subject"
Originally released in 1941. Forbidden Passage is a crime/drama film. directed by Fred Zinnemann. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Addison Richards, Wolfgang Zilzer, and Hugh Beaumont
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1941
85 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbidden Passage about?
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 l...
Who directed Forbidden Passage?
Forbidden Passage was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
How long is Forbidden Passage?
Forbidden Passage has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was Forbidden Passage released?
Forbidden Passage was released on February 8, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Forbidden Passage?
The main cast of Forbidden Passage includes Addison Richards, Wolfgang Zilzer, Hugh Beaumont, George Lessey, George Cleveland.