Albert Maltz

Writing

Albert Maltz

Born October 28, 1908 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Died April 26, 1985 · aged 76

Albert Maltz (/mɔːlts/; October 28, 1908 – April 26, 1985) was an American playwright, fiction writer and screenwriter. He was one of the Hollywood Ten who were jailed in 1950 for their 1947 refusal to testify before the US Congress about their involvement with the Communist Party USA. They and many other US entertainment industry figures were subsequently blacklisted, which denied Maltz employmen…

Known For

The BeguiledThe Beguiled · 2017
The Beguiled
5.92017
MovieDrama
During the Civil War, at a Southern girls’ boarding school, young women take in an injured enemy soldier. As they provide refuge and tend to his wounds, the house is taken over with sexual tension and dangerous rivalries, and taboos are broken in an unexpected turn of events.
Broken ArrowBroken Arrow · 1950
Broken Arrow
6.71950
MovieWesternDrama
Indian scout Tom Jeffords is sent out to stem the war between the American settlers and Apaches in the late 1870s Arizona. He learns that the Indians kill only to protect themselves, or out of retaliation for white atrocities.
Two Mules for Sister SaraTwo Mules for Sister Sara · 1970
Two Mules for Sister Sara
6.91970
MovieWesternAdventure
When a wandering mercenary named Hogan rescues a nun called Sister Sara from the unwanted attentions of a band of rogues on the Mexican plains, he has no idea what he has let himself in for. Their chance encounter results in the blowing up of a train and a French garrison, as well as igniting a spark between them that survives a shocking discovery.
The Red HouseThe Red House · 1947
The Red House
6.31947
MovieMysteryThriller
An old man and his sister are concealing a terrible secret from their adopted teen daughter, concerning a hidden abandoned farmhouse, located deep in the woods.
The Naked CityThe Naked City · 1948
The Naked City
7.21948
MovieCrimeMystery
After a former model is drowned in her bathtub, Detective James Halloran and Lieutenant Dan Muldoon attempt to piece together her murder.
The RobeThe Robe · 1953
The Robe
6.81953
MovieDramaHistory
Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.
The BeguiledThe Beguiled · 1971
The Beguiled
7.01971
MovieThrillerDrama
Offbeat Civil War drama in which a wounded Yankee soldier, after finding refuge in an isolated girls' school in the South towards the end of the war, becomes the object of the young women's sexual fantasies. The soldier manipulates the situation for his own gratification, but when he refuses to completely comply with the girls' wishes, they make it very difficult for him to leave.
The Last ChallengeThe Last Challenge · 1967
The Last Challenge
6.31967
MovieWestern
An upstart outlaw baits a legendary gunslinger, now a marshal in love with a saloon keeper.

Movies

The BeguiledThe Beguiled · 2017
The Beguiled
5.92017
MovieDrama
During the Civil War, at a Southern girls’ boarding school, young women take in an injured enemy soldier. As they provide refuge and tend to his wounds, the house is taken over with sexual tension and dangerous rivalries, and taboos are broken in an unexpected turn of events.
Broken ArrowBroken Arrow · 1950
Broken Arrow
6.71950
MovieWesternDrama
Indian scout Tom Jeffords is sent out to stem the war between the American settlers and Apaches in the late 1870s Arizona. He learns that the Indians kill only to protect themselves, or out of retaliation for white atrocities.
Two Mules for Sister SaraTwo Mules for Sister Sara · 1970
Two Mules for Sister Sara
6.91970
MovieWesternAdventure
When a wandering mercenary named Hogan rescues a nun called Sister Sara from the unwanted attentions of a band of rogues on the Mexican plains, he has no idea what he has let himself in for. Their chance encounter results in the blowing up of a train and a French garrison, as well as igniting a spark between them that survives a shocking discovery.
The Red HouseThe Red House · 1947
The Red House
6.31947
MovieMysteryThriller
An old man and his sister are concealing a terrible secret from their adopted teen daughter, concerning a hidden abandoned farmhouse, located deep in the woods.
The Naked CityThe Naked City · 1948
The Naked City
7.21948
MovieCrimeMystery
After a former model is drowned in her bathtub, Detective James Halloran and Lieutenant Dan Muldoon attempt to piece together her murder.
The RobeThe Robe · 1953
The Robe
6.81953
MovieDramaHistory
Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.
The BeguiledThe Beguiled · 1971
The Beguiled
7.01971
MovieThrillerDrama
Offbeat Civil War drama in which a wounded Yankee soldier, after finding refuge in an isolated girls' school in the South towards the end of the war, becomes the object of the young women's sexual fantasies. The soldier manipulates the situation for his own gratification, but when he refuses to completely comply with the girls' wishes, they make it very difficult for him to leave.
The Last ChallengeThe Last Challenge · 1967
The Last Challenge
6.31967
MovieWestern
An upstart outlaw baits a legendary gunslinger, now a marshal in love with a saloon keeper.
The CoinThe Coin · 1962
The Coin
6.31962
MovieHistoryDocumentary
The collection of TV series based on Albert Maltsa’s stories. Action happens at the time of the Great depression.
Short Cut to HellShort Cut to Hell · 1957
Short Cut to Hell
5.81957
MovieCrimeDrama
A hitman is found out because he was paid off in traceable stolen money. On the run, he kidnaps the girlfriend of the police detective in charge of his pursuit; she tries to convince him to surrender before it's too late.
Cloak and DaggerCloak and Dagger · 1946
Cloak and Dagger
6.51946
MovieDramaThriller
Italian partisans help a professor sent by the OSS to find an atomic scientist held by Nazis.
Destination TokyoDestination Tokyo · 1943
Destination Tokyo
6.91943
MovieWar
During World War II, Captain Cassidy and his crew of submariners are ordered into Tokyo Bay on a secret mission. They are to gather information in advance of the planned bombing of Tokyo. Along the way, the crew learn about each other as they face the enemy and some of them lose their lives.
Hotelboy Ed MartinHotelboy Ed Martin · 1955
Hotelboy Ed Martin
10.01955
MovieDramaMystery
Ed Martin witnesses a murder at the hotel. Although the perpetrator is caught, he had previously taken papers from the victim's bag that prove a criminal connection between politicians and gangsters. The murderer's silence is bought with his release. But as the case has stirred up too much dust, a new perpetrator has to be found: Ed Martin, who witnessed everything. Beaten half to death, he confesses to the crime, but later recants. In the meantime, he has also found friends who want to defend him. Then he is found dead in his cell. The police who hanged him claim suicide.
This Gun for HireThis Gun for Hire · 1942
This Gun for Hire
7.01942
MovieCrimeThriller
Sadistic killer-for-hire Philip Raven becomes enraged when his latest job is paid off in marked bills. Vowing to track down his double-crossing boss, nightclub executive Gates, Raven sits beside Gates' lovely new employee, Ellen, on a train out of town. Although Ellen is engaged to marry the police lieutenant who's hunting down Raven, she decides to try and set the misguided hit man straight as he hides from the cops and plots his revenge.
Afraid to TalkAfraid to Talk · 1932
Afraid to Talk
6.51932
MovieCrimeDrama
Corrupt politicians resort to murder and blackmail when a young boy accidentally witnesses them taking payoffs.
The Hollywood TenThe Hollywood Ten · 1950
The Hollywood Ten
6.81950
MovieDocumentary
A brief look at The Hollywood Ten, a group of screenwriters and directors charged with contempt of court after challenging the House Un-American Activities Committee and their controversial and self-incriminatory questions during the red scare. With that act of defiance, they were sentenced to one year in prison simply for speaking their minds and exercising their constitutional rights as concerned citizens. This is their story, their version of the facts, and their opinions.
ScalawagScalawag · 1973
Scalawag
5.71973
MovieAdventureWestern
A crew of land locked pirates, led by the aptly named Peg, go in search of buried treasure hidden by the treacherous Mudhook and his twin brother. They meet up with good natured landowner, Don Aragon, who goes along for the ride with his sister and a young boy, Jamie. Along the way, Peg and Jamie form a father son relationship that is put to the test due to Peg's naturally dishonest ways.
The Real Charlie ChaplinThe Real Charlie Chaplin · 2021
The Real Charlie Chaplin
7.62021
MovieDocumentary
A look at the life and work of Charlie Chaplin in his own words featuring an in-depth interview he gave to Life magazine in 1966.
Pride of the MarinesPride of the Marines · 1945
Pride of the Marines
6.81945
MovieDramaRomance
Marine hero Al Schmid is blinded in battle and returns home to be rehabilitated. He readjusts to his civilian life with the help of his soon to be wife.
HangupHangup · 1974
Hangup
5.31974
MovieDramaAction
A rookie cop on the undercover narcotic squad falls for the junkie who can help him nab a ruthless pusher/killer.
The House I Live InThe House I Live In · 1945
The House I Live In
6.31945
MovieDramaMusic
Frank Sinatra teaches a group of young boys a lesson in religious tolerance.
Pissawas SatanPissawas Satan · 1986
Pissawas Satan
1986
MovieDrama
A dangerous man and some teammates try to escape during a prison transfer. Only the man can escape but is seriously injured. He finally ends up in a strange house where only a few women are living. Despite his bad past, the women do believe in his redemption and will fight among each other for him.