Hideaway
Hideaway

Hideaway

1937Movie58 minEnglish

A poor family receives unwanted houseguests when they're visited by gangsters looking for a place to hide out.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Richard ThorpeGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A disgraced boxer, seeking to clear his name, gets entangled with a dangerous criminal organization after witnessing a murder. He must navigate a web of deceit and danger to expose the culprits and reclaim his reputation. The film follows his desperate attempts to survive and uncover the truth in a shadowy underworld.

Critical Reception

Released in 1937, "Hideaway" received a generally moderate reception, typical for many B-movies of the era. Critics often noted its fast-paced plot and the earnest performance of its lead, though some found the narrative somewhat predictable. It is remembered as a competent, if not groundbreaking, entry in the crime drama genre of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its efficient pacing and suspenseful moments.
  • Appreciated for Jack Holt's portrayal of a man in a desperate situation.
  • Considered a solid, if unexceptional, crime thriller for its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews for "Hideaway" are scarce due to its age and classification as a B-movie, making a specific summary of Google user sentiment unavailable.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Trem Carr Pictures, a smaller studio known for its output of B-movies, often with a crime or western theme.

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