For You I Die was one of several atmospheric melodramas released by the short-lived firm of Film Classics. Escaping from the law, convict Johnny Coulter (
Paul Langton) seeks refuge in a remote tourist camp. Here he falls in love with Hope Novak (
Cathy Downs), who is instrumental in his ultimate decision to turn honest. In "Grand Hotel" fashion, the main story is fleshed out by a stunning variety of supporting characters, including the misanthropic Alec Shaw (
Mischa Auer), the trashy Georgie (Jane Weeks) and the philosophical Smitty (
Roman Bohnen). Though stereotypes abound in For You I Die, the film is strangely compelling nonetheless. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide