Algiers
US (1938): Drama/Romance
Pepe Le Moko (Charles Boyer), a thief who escaped from France with a fortune in jewels, has for two years lived in, and virtually ruled, the mazelike, impenetrable Casbah, "native quarter" of Algiers. A French official insists that he be captured, but sly Inspector Slimane (Joseph Calleia) knows he need only bide his time. The suave Pepe increasingly regards his stronghold as also his prison, especially when he meets beautiful Parisian visitor Gaby (Hedy Lamarr), who reminds him of the boulevards to which he dare not return... and arouses the mad jealousy of Ines (Sigrid Gurie), his Algerian mistress. John Cromwell directs this atmospheric jewel for Wanger/UA. Supporting cast includes Alan Hale and Gene Lockhart. (IMDb)
Boyer was originally offered the lead role in Pepe le Moko (1937), the French film on which Algiers is based. Jean Gabin, who played the lead in Pepe, turned down the opportunity to appear in the Hollywood remake.
4 nominations
· Actor 1938: Charles Boyer
· Supporting Actor 1938: Gene Lockhart
· Interior Decoration 1938: Alexander Toluboff - Art Direction
· Cinematography 1938: James Wong Howe