High quality production and cast for this B-grade movie make for a very entertaining film. Jerome Cowan is really the star. Accustomed to his portrayals of cads and white collar criminals, I really enjoyed seeing him in the lead and on the right side of the law. That doesn't mean his hat is snow white. He plays a similar character to his brief role as Sam Spade's doomed partner, Miles Archer, in The Maltese Falcon. He is full of testosterone, self-confidence and an almost smarmy charm.
Jane Wyman in her early roles is pretty and feisty, as in this movie. It is also interesting to see a very young Eleanor Parker on her way up the ladder.
The dialog is crisp and full of 30's detective story expressions. It is delivered well by all cast members and moves the film along at a nice clip. The plot never drags. Sit back and enjoy this low budget gem.
Jane Wyman in her early roles is pretty and feisty, as in this movie. It is also interesting to see a very young Eleanor Parker on her way up the ladder.
The dialog is crisp and full of 30's detective story expressions. It is delivered well by all cast members and moves the film along at a nice clip. The plot never drags. Sit back and enjoy this low budget gem.