Lucky Jade
Lucky Jade

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Lucky Jade

1937
Movie
69 min
English

Betsy, a housemaid and aspiring actress, throws a party in her employer's house while he's away. Guests include agents and producers; but her employer's priceless jade collection also becomes the target of unscrupulous thieves.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Edgar G. UlmerGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actress, Jade, finds herself entangled with a gangster after her lover, a small-time crook, gets into trouble. She tries to protect him by becoming involved in the criminal underworld, but soon finds herself in over her head.

Critical Reception

A B-movie from the pre-Code era, Lucky Jade is often noted for its gritty atmosphere and Edgar G. Ulmer's distinctive visual style, despite its modest budget and straightforward plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric noir-like mood.

  • Noted for Ulmer's economical yet effective direction.

  • Considered an interesting example of Poverty Row filmmaking.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

Edgar G. Ulmer, known for his distinctive B-movies like 'Detour' and 'The Black Cat', directed 'Lucky Jade' with his characteristic visual flair despite the limited resources.

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