Girl in Room 20
Girl in Room 20

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Girl in Room 20

1946
Movie
63 min
English

Daisy Mae Walker is an aspiring singer from a small town in Texas, who comes to a Big City to pursue a show business career. A kindly cab driver and a troupe of down-and-out musicians staying at her hotel provide her advice and support; but she falls prey to a sleazy nightclub owner who promises her stardom and makes her his "kept woman". NB: There is no "The" in the title of this film.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Dudley MurphyGenres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A young woman arrives in Hollywood looking for stardom but quickly becomes entangled in a dangerous world of blackmail and murder. When she witnesses a crime, she finds herself the target of criminals who will stop at nothing to silence her. She must race against time to uncover the truth and escape the deadly web she's caught in.

Critical Reception

This low-budget B-movie noir received minimal critical attention upon its release, often overshadowed by larger studio productions. Contemporary reviews were generally dismissive, focusing on its formulaic plot and predictable twists. However, in later years, it has been appreciated by some cult film enthusiasts for its gritty atmosphere and femme fatale elements characteristic of the noir genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • A somewhat predictable but atmospheric noir thriller.

  • Features a classic femme fatale archetype.

  • Weak plot development and acting hinder its potential.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented. However, where available, viewers often note its typical noir tropes and a somewhat dated feel, appreciating it more as a historical curiosity than a standout film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot quickly and on a modest budget, typical for many B-movies of the era, aiming to capitalize on the popularity of the film noir genre.

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