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Ladies in Distress
Alison Skipworth plays female mayor Josephine Bonney, at present having trouble dealing with her town's criminal element. Josephine enlists the aid of home town boy Braddock (Robert Livingston), a pretty tough customer himself, to take on the crooks.
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Plot Summary
When a factory owner is murdered, his three daughters, who have always been shielded from business affairs, must step in to run the company. Facing sabotage from a rival and struggling to adapt to the corporate world, they must overcome their personal challenges and uncover the truth behind their father's death to save their inheritance.
Critical Reception
Ladies in Distress received a generally positive reception for its lighthearted comedic approach to a murder mystery. Critics often highlighted the performances of the lead actresses and the film's brisk pacing, though some found the plot predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its engaging ensemble cast, particularly Glenda Farrell.
Noted for its amusing portrayal of women navigating a male-dominated business world.
Commented on for its light and sometimes predictable mystery plot.
Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this older film.
Fun Fact
Charlton Heston, who plays a supporting role, would go on to have a prolific career in Hollywood, most notably as Moses in 'The Ten Commandments' and an astronaut in 'Planet of the Apes'.
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