Her Man
Her Man

Her Man

1930Movie84 minEnglish

A prostitute sees a friendly sailor as a way out of Havana's grimy underworld.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Edmund GouldingGenres: Crime, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman named Anne is entangled in a passionate but dangerous love triangle. She is drawn to a charismatic but ruthless gangster named Johnny, while also being pursued by a respectable detective. Her choices threaten to lead her down a path of destruction, as she navigates the treacherous underworld and her own desires.

Critical Reception

Her Man received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with critics often praising its strong performances and dramatic intensity, though some found its portrayal of a gangster romance to be sensationalized. Its themes of forbidden love and the allure of a dangerous man resonated with audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dramatic tension and central performances.
  • Some critics found the gangster romance element to be melodramatic.
  • The film's exploration of a woman's attraction to a dangerous man was noted.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a musical, but the script was rewritten due to the overwhelming success of gangster films at the time.

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