An unconvincing drama which fails dismally to convert a thinking audience to its inflammatory anti-big business point of view, but is nonetheless quite entertaining despite a whole slew of loose plot ends which, if properly tied up would see the hero sent to jail for a far longer term than the villainous tycoonwho would probably escape conviction anyway when his smart lawyer quickly destroyed the credibility of all the people's witnessescriminals or even worse, professional liars, the lot of them!
Henry Wilcoxon, who seemed to make a career of giving indifferent performances in big pictures, and really impressive portrayals in "B" films, is not unexpectedly, at his best here. He receives hearty support from pretty Betty Furness, and heavies Blackmer and Brent, but it is Barnett Parker who walks away with the acting honors, thanks to indulgent writing. Wade Boteler also makes the most of a rare big scene opportunity, while Clem Bevans makes his mark in a key instant-information sequence.
By his usual humble standards, Phil Rosen's direction is remarkably polished and even accomplished. Production values are solid too.
Henry Wilcoxon, who seemed to make a career of giving indifferent performances in big pictures, and really impressive portrayals in "B" films, is not unexpectedly, at his best here. He receives hearty support from pretty Betty Furness, and heavies Blackmer and Brent, but it is Barnett Parker who walks away with the acting honors, thanks to indulgent writing. Wade Boteler also makes the most of a rare big scene opportunity, while Clem Bevans makes his mark in a key instant-information sequence.
By his usual humble standards, Phil Rosen's direction is remarkably polished and even accomplished. Production values are solid too.