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The Gang's All Here
John Forrest is anticipating a quiet retirement spent penning detective fiction when he learns that a priceless collection of jewels belonging to a foreign potentate, Prince Homouska, has just vanished from the safekeeping of the Stamford Assurance Company. Aided by his butler, his Cockney assistant and his (initially) unwilling wife, Forrest sets out on the trail of the thieves.
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Plot Summary
A young lawyer, Dick Williams, strives to prove his innocence after being framed for the murder of a wealthy industrialist. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of corruption and deceit involving the victim's associates and a dangerous gangster. Williams must race against time to expose the real killer and clear his name before he is sent to prison.
Critical Reception
The Gang's All Here (1939) was a B-movie production that received a mixed-to-negative reception upon its release. While some critics acknowledged its attempt at a suspenseful crime narrative, many found the plot convoluted and the performances uninspired. It is generally considered a minor entry in the gangster film genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a convoluted plot that often detracts from the central mystery.
Performances are generally considered adequate but unmemorable, failing to elevate the material.
Despite its crime genre, the film lacks the tension and excitement expected of a thriller.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Gang's All Here' is largely unavailable due to its age and B-movie status. General commentary suggests it is a forgettable entry in the crime genre, unlikely to be remembered for any particular strengths.
Fun Fact
Although Ann Sheridan plays a supporting role in this film, she would go on to become a major Warner Bros. star known as the 'Oomph Girl' within a couple of years.
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