The Glass Key

When a young woman's father is framed for embezzlement, she hires a private investigator to clear his name. The investigator uncovers a complex web of corruption involving a powerful racketeer and a missing daughter. He must navigate a dangerous underworld, facing threats and double-crosses as he works to expose the truth.

The 1935 adaptation of Dashiell Hammett's 'The Glass Key' received moderate critical attention, praised for its gritty atmosphere and efficient storytelling, though often overshadowed by later adaptations. It was seen as a solid entry in the crime and mystery genre of its time.

• Competent adaptation of Hammett's novel.
• Features a typical noir plot with corruption and intrigue.
• Solid performances, particularly from the lead actors.

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This 1935 version is the first film adaptation of Dashiell Hammett's novel 'The Glass Key', with subsequent, more famous versions released in 1942 (starring Alan Ladd) and 1947 (starring Joel McCrea).