Through impenetrable jungles. Across perilous swamps. Desperate for a second chance at life, a band of Devil's Island felons and a tough-as-nails prostitute struggle toward freedom. Film giants Clark Gable and Joan Crawford team for the eighth and last time in this gripping story that explores the lures of the flesh and the transcendence of the spirit. Fighting each other and the elements, the stars imbue this provocative adventure with audacity, power and passion.
"Strange Cargo" (1940) is a classic American drama film now available on DVD from the renowned manufacturer Wara, known for their high-quality releases of cinematic masterpieces. This gripping tale follows a group of convicts and a mysterious woman as they escape from a penal colony in French Guiana, embarking on an intense journey through treacherous jungles that tests their faith and humanity. The film stars Clark Gable, one of Hollywood's most iconic leading men, celebrated for his roles in "Gone with the Wind," "It Happened One Night," and "Mutiny on the Bounty." Joan Crawford delivers a powerful performance as Julie, further cementing her legacy after acclaimed appearances in films like "Mildred Pierce" and "Grand Hotel." Directed by Frank Borzage?an Academy Award-winning director recognized for classics such as "Seventh Heaven" and "A Farewell to Arms"?the movie also features notable talents like Peter Lorre. Wara?s dedication to preserving cinema history ensures this edition offers excellent picture quality and insightful bonus material.