Hold Back the Dawn
Georges Iscovescu, a Romanian gigolo in a Mexican border town, plans to enter the US by marrying American school teacher Emmy Brown during her brief visit, thus bypassing a lengthy immigration wait. After quickly wooing and marrying her, his genuine feelings for Emmy develop during a trip, but his con is revealed by a jealous former partner, Anita, causing Emmy to leave heartbroken. When Georges learns of Emmy's subsequent car accident due to distress, he risks his visa status to be with her. Chased by Immigration inspector Hammock, Georges tries selling his story for Emmy's medical bills. Ultimately, Hammock allows Georges entry into the US where he reunites with a recovering Emmy.