Pick-up
Pick-up

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Pick-up

1933
Movie
76 min
English

The scheme of a pair of married con artists goes awry when their victim dies, and they are both caught and imprisoned. When she gets out of prison, she tries to put her life back together.

Insights

Director: Beryl William DouglasGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young man, struggling with his father's criminal past and his own debts, gets entangled in a dangerous world of bootlegging and betrayal. He tries to escape his circumstances and prove his innocence, but finds himself increasingly trapped by his father's legacy and the corrupt influences around him. The film explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the consequences of choices in a turbulent era.

Critical Reception

This early sound film received moderate attention for its depiction of crime and its dramatic elements. While not a major critical success, it was noted for its straightforward storytelling and performances within the conventions of the era's crime dramas.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gritty portrayal of a young man caught in a cycle of crime.

  • Features performances that capture the desperation of the era.

  • Standard crime drama fare for its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Pick-up' are largely unavailable due to its age and limited distribution. However, films of this genre from the early 1930s are often appreciated for their historical context and early sound film techniques.

Fun Fact

The film was released during the height of Prohibition in the United States, a period that heavily influenced many crime dramas of the era.

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