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Kitty and the Bagman
Notorious Australian flop set in the Roaring 20s Sydney follows Kitty O'Rourke who, after her thug husband ends up in jail, becomes a tough gangster on her own, befriends a crooked cop called The Bagman and takes on the competition.
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Plot Summary
Kitty, a down-on-her-luck private investigator, stumbles upon a conspiracy involving a corrupt police detective and a series of disappearances. As she delves deeper, she finds herself targeted by dangerous criminals, forcing her to rely on her wit and a few unlikely allies to uncover the truth and survive.
Critical Reception
Critically, Kitty and the Bagman received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its witty dialogue and Anne De Salvo's performance as the resourceful private eye. However, some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sharp writing and comedic timing.
Anne De Salvo's performance as the lead was a standout.
The mystery element was engaging, though occasionally muddled.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Kitty and the Bagman' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for its early depiction of a female private investigator in a genre often dominated by male leads.
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