Pat Vojtaskovic

Public Domain

Raw Deal (1948): A Noir Descent into Betrayal Synopsis Ex-con Joe Adams escapes prison to avenge the murder of his wartime buddy and secure a new life with Ann, the slain man’s widow. Navigating a treacherous underworld of crooked cops and double-crossing thugs, Joe must choose between loyalty and self-preservation. Key Cast Dennis O’Keefe as Joe Adams, the restless ex-con seeking vengeance Claire Trevor as Ann Martin, widow torn between grief and hope Raymond Burr as Chet, the ruthless henc