Movie spotlight
Easy Money
A win on the football pools in postwar Britain changes lives. A happy family is turned into an unhappy argumentative lot until it is discovered the coupon apparently didn't get posted. A mild-mannered clerk worries about how to tell his overbearing boss he is quitting. A double-bass player finds life without the orchestra lacks something. The lure of the big money even turns some people into criminals, as when a coupon checker is tempted by his night-club singer girlfriend to cheat the company. Written by Jeremy Perkins
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Plot Summary
A kind-hearted but naive taxi driver wins a significant sum of money through a football pool. His newfound wealth quickly attracts unwanted attention from criminals who attempt to exploit him. He must navigate this dangerous underworld to protect himself and his loved ones, all while trying to hold onto his integrity.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its straightforward crime narrative and Jack Buchanan's performance, while others found it to be somewhat predictable and lacking in depth. It is often viewed as a minor but enjoyable entry in the crime film genre of the late 1940s.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its simple, engaging crime plot.
Jack Buchanan's lead performance is often highlighted as a strong point.
Some found the story to be a bit formulaic for its time.
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Fun Fact
Despite being a British production, "Easy Money" was filmed at Worton Hall Studios in Isleworth, London, which had previously been used for larger Hollywood productions.
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