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Counterfeit Lady
Phyllis Fowler claims to be just a "simple little country girl" trying to get by in the wicked big-city, and she takes a big getting-by step when she pulls a scam that gains her a $17,000 diamond from an exclusive jewelry store. Soon, a private-detective, who has a dupe gem matching the stolen one, the police, and two gangster buddies of the jeweler are all racing each other to get the diamond back from Phyllis. The country-girl provides them all with a wild chase.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, seeking a better life, gets entangled in a counterfeiting ring. She falls for a man who seems to be involved, leading to a dangerous game of deception and survival. As the stakes rise, she must decide where her loyalties lie amidst a web of crime and betrayal.
Critical Reception
Counterfeit Lady received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics often highlighted Joan Blondell's performance as a strong point, appreciating her ability to bring depth to her character within the confines of a B-movie production. The film was seen as a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry into the crime genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Praiseworthy performance by lead actress Joan Blondell.
A standard but engaging crime drama for its time.
Offers a predictable but enjoyable narrative arc.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Warner Bros. as a 'B' picture, often paired with a more prominent 'A' list feature.
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