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Blood Will Tell
Ma the flying bandit calls it quits after his daughter is born. His wife, a onetime prostitute, can’t stand poverty and turns him in to the authorities before resuming her profession. Years later, when the daughter is set to get married, the unabashed mother blackmails her own flesh and blood, so Ma has to escape from prison to thwart her.
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Plot Summary
A former boxer, seeking a fresh start, takes a job as a chauffeur for a wealthy businessman. He soon becomes entangled in the businessman's dangerous dealings and his troubled marriage. As secrets and betrayals unfold, the boxer finds himself in a desperate fight for survival.
Critical Reception
This low-budget film noir received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, largely overlooked by critics who found its plot convoluted and its performances uninspired. It has since gained a minor cult following among noir enthusiasts for its gritty atmosphere and typical genre tropes.
What Reviewers Say
Often criticized for its predictable plot twists.
Praise is sometimes given to its atmospheric portrayal of post-war urban decay.
Performances are generally seen as serviceable but unmemorable.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Blood Will Tell' is scarce due to its limited release and age. What little information is available suggests it's considered a forgettable entry in the film noir genre, with some appreciating its noir elements despite its flaws.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by William F. Broidy Productions, a studio known for its numerous low-budget B-movies during the 1940s and 1950s.
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