Larceny(1948) -

The trade-off between the confidence inspired in a mark and the betrayal of that trust [5].

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]. Larceny(1948)

Exploiting the memory of a "war hero" for financial gain [4]. The trade-off between the confidence inspired in a

Rick Maxon (John Payne), the group's "front man," poses as a war buddy of Deborah’s late husband [11]. He convinces her to fund a memorial boys' club in her husband's honor, intending to abscond with the $100,000 donation [11]. Exploiting the memory of a "war hero" for financial gain [4]

The story follows a sophisticated ring of con artists led by Silky Randall (played by Dan Duryea) [6]. Their latest mark is (Joan Caulfield), a wealthy and grieving war widow [1].

Portions of the film were shot on location in Pasadena, Santa Monica, and downtown Hollywood [16].