The plot follows Web Carey as he returns to an Italian village after the war to uncover the identity of the person who betrayed his team to the Nazis during a covert mission.
: Typical of the "veteran returns" trope in film noir, the story explores the difficulty of moving past wartime trauma and the realization that old enemies and betrayals still linger in the peace. Captain Carey, U.S.A.(1950)
: Although performed in the film by several characters as a signal, the version recorded by Nat King Cole became a massive commercial success and is now considered a timeless standard. Critical Reception The plot follows Web Carey as he returns
Directed by Mitchell Leisen for Paramount Pictures, the film stars as Webster "Web" Carey, a former OSS officer. The supporting cast includes Wanda Hendrix and Francis Lederer . Set against the backdrop of post-World War II Italy, the movie blends elements of suspense, revenge, and melodrama. Narrative and Themes Critical Reception Directed by Mitchell Leisen for Paramount
Cinematic Analysis: Captain Carey, U.S.A. (1950) Captain Carey, U.S.A. is a 1950 American film noir directed by Mitchell Leisen and starring Alan Ladd. While it is often categorized as a post-war espionage thriller, the film is perhaps most famous today for introducing the song "," which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Film Overview and Production