Pre-code films are such a treat. They got down to the nitty-gritty and made no excuses. This one is no exception as Carole Lombard portrays a prostitute who decides to go straight after meeting cab driver Pat O'Brien. (Films made after the code came into effect would have changed her profession to "hostess" or "dance hall girl"). Surprisingly, they make a pretty snappy duo and O'Brien holds his own with scene stealer Lombard. But soon complications arise which cause O'Brien to doubt Lombard's veracity and he begins to believe she has returned to the streets. Through a few plot twists, a murder, and a great scene where Lombard slaps the snot out of Shirley Grey, the situation is resolved and all's well that ends well.
The support cast is particularly strong here with Mayo Methot, forever known as the distaff side of the Battling Bogarts, as Lombard's pal and Jack LaRue at his oily best as Methot's gangster boyfriend. Methot turns out to have a heart of gold as she turns in LaRue at the police station, much to his surprise and chagrin thereby getting Lombard off the hook
This film is a little gem that showcases the talents of all concerned. Watch for it!!
The support cast is particularly strong here with Mayo Methot, forever known as the distaff side of the Battling Bogarts, as Lombard's pal and Jack LaRue at his oily best as Methot's gangster boyfriend. Methot turns out to have a heart of gold as she turns in LaRue at the police station, much to his surprise and chagrin thereby getting Lombard off the hook
This film is a little gem that showcases the talents of all concerned. Watch for it!!