Barricade

A crusading district attorney is determined to clean up corruption in his city, even if it means going after powerful and dangerous individuals. He faces numerous obstacles and threats as he attempts to bring justice to the corrupt system. The story follows his personal and professional struggles as he navigates the dark underworld.

Barricade received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its intentions and Baxter's performance, others found the plot formulaic and lacking originality. It was seen as a standard crime drama of its era, offering little new to the genre.

• Praised for its earnest portrayal of a district attorney's fight against corruption.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and standard genre conventions.

• Warner Baxter's performance as the determined prosecutor was often highlighted.

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Gregory Ratoff, the director, was a prolific filmmaker known for a wide range of films, often in the drama and musical genres, making 'Barricade' a notable entry in his crime filmography.