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Woman Wanted
Just after a jury finds Ann Grey guilty of murder, the car carrying her to prison crashes into another car. Ann escapes and ends up in lawyer Tony Baxter's car. Tony realizes Ann is innocent, so he vows to help her prove it, risking his neck in the process. Tony and Ann are pursued by the police and by Smiley Gordon, a mob boss who engineered Ann's escape thinking that she can lead him to a $250,000 stash.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Sarah "Sally" Darr (Margaret Sullavan), is framed for a crime she did not commit and is sent to prison. Upon her release, she tries to go straight but finds her past haunts her. She becomes involved with a ruthless racketeer, which further complicates her attempts to build a new life. The film explores themes of redemption and the difficulty of escaping one's past in the face of societal prejudice and criminal elements.
Critical Reception
Woman Wanted received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, with critics often highlighting Margaret Sullavan's performance. While some found the plot somewhat formulaic, others praised its dramatic intensity and Sullavan's compelling portrayal of a woman struggling against adversity.
What Reviewers Say
Praised Margaret Sullavan's strong dramatic performance.
Found the crime drama elements engaging.
Noted the story's adherence to common melodramatic tropes of the era.
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Fun Fact
This film marked Margaret Sullavan's second film role and her first for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM).
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