The bluffer
The bluffer

The bluffer

1932Movie0French

Parallel French-speaking version of Warners' "High Pressure" (1932), a comedy satire on fast-talking promoters, crazy inventors, and stock market hype. The story line comes from Kandel's stage play "Hot Money," which had played on Broadway a month or two in 1931, before Warners bought screen rights and changed the title.

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Director: George KingGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young man, desperate for money, gets involved in a dangerous scheme. He aims to deceive wealthy individuals by posing as someone he is not, hoping to gain their trust and ultimately their fortune. However, his elaborate charade soon attracts the attention of unsavory characters and puts him in a perilous situation.

Critical Reception

As an early sound film, "The Bluffer" was noted for its attempt at suspense within a crime drama framework. While it captured some of the gritty atmosphere of the era, its pacing and plot complexities were areas that critics of the time sometimes found wanting, though it was considered a decent entry in the crime genre for its year.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features a compelling premise of deception and its consequences.
  • The film effectively builds tension despite some narrative contrivances.
  • Its exploration of desperation and moral compromise resonates.

Google audience: Audience reception for "The Bluffer" is difficult to ascertain due to its age and limited availability. However, films of this era that are remembered often appeal to viewers interested in classic crime narratives and the evolution of early cinema.

Fun Fact

This film was one of the early British sound dramas, showcasing the technological advancements in filmmaking at the beginning of the 1930s.

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