Man Trouble
Man Trouble

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Man Trouble

1930
Movie
85 min
English

A hard-boiled nightclub owner saves a beautiful young girl from drowning. He promptly falls in love with her, but she prefers a younger, more-genteel lover.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Francis L. BurkeGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A mysterious blonde enters the life of a detective and implicates him in a murder. He must work to clear his name and uncover the truth behind the crime. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a web of deception and danger.

Critical Reception

Man Trouble was a modest release during a transitional period in Hollywood, often overshadowed by more prominent films. Critical reception at the time was mixed, with some acknowledging its noir elements and suspense, while others found its plot convoluted and pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric noir elements and attempt at suspense.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and less-than-stellar performances.

  • Noted as an interesting, albeit minor, entry in early crime dramas.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this early film is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Warner Bros. during a time when the studio was transitioning from silent films to "talkies," and 'Man Trouble' was one of their early sound productions.

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