The story is primarily told through a after Johannes returns to his home port and finds his former love, Sally , in a state of despair.

: The tension peaks when Alexander brings his mistress, Sally, to live on their salvage boat. Both father and son compete for Sally's affections, though she eventually falls for the mistreated Johannes.

: The film explores themes of filial revolt and psychological isolation as the family unit unraveled seven years prior. Production & Cast A Ship to India (1947) - IMDb