"Outside the Law" is a film noir set in the world of undercover operations and international counterfeiting.
Johnny Salvo (Ray Danton), an ex-convict with a chip on his shoulder and a perfect haircut, is offered a chance at redemption and a clear record. His estranged father, a stern Treasury agent, has a plan. Johnny is to go undercover to infiltrate a counterfeiting ring, and investigate the murder or a fellow soldier, in return, a full pardon.
"Overall, Outside the Law" is a classic film noir the delivers in every way. There's shadowy cinematography, snappy dialogue, sharp suits, a mysterious woman and plenty of shady criminals, all with a touch of gritty moral ambiguity.
"Yours are lonely eyes Johnny, you have lonely eyes. Deep, no bottoms..."
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