The question of whether a "bad man" can be saved by the love of a "good woman" [9]. Production & Legacy
Portions of the film were shot on location in Pasadena, Santa Monica, and downtown Hollywood [16]. Larceny(1948)
The plan unravels when Rick begins falling for Deborah , leading to a crisis of conscience [7, 11]. Complicating matters further is Tory (Shelley Winters), Silky's brassy girlfriend who carries a torch for Rick and arrives to "gum up the works" [6]. Core Themes The question of whether a "bad man" can
The film features notable performances by Shelley Winters , whose role as the tough, wisecracking Tory is frequently cited as a career highlight [6]. Dan Duryea delivers his signature "tough guy" or "slimeball" persona [15]. whose role as the tough