To avoid the rigors of the law, Gilda flees New Orleans and hides on a Caribbean island where the worst criminals can ask for asylum. Besieged by the scum of the earth, Gilda will soon find out that she has found refuge in hell.

Included in
November 2023
Position 57
Included in
Pre-Code Divas
Position 7

Credits

Crew

DirectorWilliam A. Wellman

CinematographerSidney Hickox

EditorOwen Marks

Cast

Dorothy Mackaillas Gilda Carlson

Donald Cookas Carl Bergen

Ralf Haroldeas Piet van Saal

John Wrayas Eagan

Ivan F. Simpsonas Crunch

Victor Varconias General Emmanuel Jesus Maria Gomez

Nina Mae McKinneyas Leonie

Charles Middletonas Lawyer Jones

Morgan Wallaceas Mr. Bruno

Clarence Museas Newcastle

Gustav von Seyffertitzas Larson

Noble Johnsonas Bobo

Cecil Cunninghamas Angie

Harold Waldridgeas New Orleans Hotel Bellhop (uncredited)

Lionel Belmoreas Judge (uncredited)

Chris-Pin Martinas Jury Member (uncredited)

Rondo Hattonas Jury Member (uncredited)

Sam Appelas Court Policeman (uncredited)

Ted Billingsas Jury Member (uncredited)

Kenneth MacDonaldas Wireless Operator (uncredited)

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

Nothing Sacred1937

Both directed by William A. Wellman