Women Are Trouble
Women Are Trouble

Movie spotlight

Women Are Trouble

1936
Movie
58 min
English

A young reporter tries to prove her mettle by exposing a liquor racketeering gang.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Erle C. KentonGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A naive young woman is drawn into a life of crime and deceit when she falls for a charming but unscrupulous man. She finds herself entangled in his schemes, leading to a series of unfortunate events. The film explores the consequences of poor choices and the struggle for redemption in a world that seems determined to keep her down.

Critical Reception

The film was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising its fast pace and performances, while others found its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. It is often seen as a typical example of the B-movies produced during the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic pacing and Arline Judge's performance.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and thin characterizations.

  • Considered a competent, if unexceptional, melodrama of its time.

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Fun Fact

Director Erle C. Kenton was a prolific filmmaker, known for his work in the horror genre, including 'Island of Lost Souls' (1932) and 'The Ghost of Frankenstein' (1942).

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