Money on the Street
Money on the Street

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Money on the Street

1930
Movie
85 min
German

In this romance, a banker's daughter suddenly breaks off her engagement on her wedding day. She then meets a man who believes in easy money. He sees her as his meal ticket and the two take off together.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Ward WingGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A struggling writer becomes entangled in the criminal underworld when he is forced to write for a corrupt newspaper publisher. He witnesses a murder and is coerced into covering it up, placing him in a dangerous position between the law and the mob. The story follows his desperate attempts to escape his predicament while protecting his own life and integrity.

Critical Reception

Released during the early sound era, "Money on the Street" received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its gritty portrayal of urban crime and suspenseful plot, while others found its narrative predictable and its acting uneven. It is largely considered a minor film within the gangster genre of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its early depiction of urban corruption and crime.

  • Criticized for being somewhat formulaic in its storytelling.

  • The performances were generally considered adequate for the period, though not outstanding.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this early film is not readily available through modern platforms.

Fun Fact

This film was one of the early attempts to capitalize on the public's fascination with crime dramas in the early sound film era.

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