The Man Who Dared
The Man Who Dared

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The Man Who Dared

1933
Movie
77 min
English

An "imaginative biography" of Anton Cermak, mayor of Chicago who was killed in the line of fire during an assassination attempt on President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt in Miami on February 15, 1933.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Hamilton MacFaddenGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

In this Depression-era drama, a wealthy rancher's son returns home after a stint in the military to find his family in financial ruin due to shady dealings by his father's business partner. He must navigate betrayal and economic hardship to protect his family's legacy and his own future.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie from the early 1930s, "The Man Who Dared" received modest attention upon its release, largely serving as a vehicle for its studio players. Reviews typically noted its straightforward narrative and the performances of its cast, particularly Joan Blondell, within the confines of its genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • A well-acted, if somewhat conventional, melodrama.

  • Joan Blondell provides a strong presence in a story of family and financial struggle.

  • The film offers a glimpse into the economic anxieties of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented through modern platforms.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Warner Bros. as part of their commitment to a consistent output of features during the early years of sound film.

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