The preachy-sounding lesson in illegal immigration that opens "Border Incident" makes it seem like this is going to be a boring classroom documentary. And, the opening call to action for Mexican Ricardo Montalban (as Pablo Rodriguez) and American George Murphy (as Jack Bearnes) is unexciting. In fact, the two really don't work together like you're expecting. Instead, Montalban hooks up with handsome James Mitchell (as Juan Garcia) while Mr. Murphy is taken captive by dastardly Howard Da Silva (as Owen Parkson). Watching these two intriguing relationships develop builds to a shocking mid-point murder. And, the ending will make your patience with this picture worthwhile. The direction and photography, by Anthony Mann and John Alton, are outstanding.
******* Border Incident (10/28/49) Anthony Mann ~ Ricardo Montalban, James Mitchell, George Murphy, Howard Da Silva
******* Border Incident (10/28/49) Anthony Mann ~ Ricardo Montalban, James Mitchell, George Murphy, Howard Da Silva