Dated and predictable in some aspects, hardboiled and direct in others, "Virtue" is most notable for one of the earliest, dramatic roles of comedienne Carole Lombard. She already shows a strong screen presence. In the film's best (without a doubt) scene, she repeatedly slaps a woman who has swindled her out of 200 dollars. Go Carole! Warning: do not think there is something wrong with your TV after the opening credits roll - the film does open with a blank screen / audio only for a while! **1/2 out of 4.
Review of Virtue
