Quicksand - Staring Mickey Rooney In A Serious Role

"Quicksand" is a 1950 film noir directed by Irving Pichel. The movie stars Mickey Rooney as a young man named Dan Brady. The plot revolves around Brady's descent into a life of crime after he impulsively steals money to impress a woman. As he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and criminality, he finds himself sinking deeper and deeper into trouble, much like quicksand.

The film is notable for Mickey Rooney's departure from his typical wholesome and cheerful on-screen persona. In "Quicksand," he portrays a darker and more morally ambiguous character. The movie explores themes of moral decay and the consequences of poor decision-making. Although not as well-known as some other film noirs of the era, "Quicksand" is appreciated by fans of the genre for its gritty atmosphere and Mickey Rooney's against-type performance.