The read
It runs a compact 1h 7m.
Synopsis
Fred Stevens is an aspiring songwriter from Schenectady who journeys to New York City, hoping to make a name for himself. On the train he meets dental assistant Edna Baker, and the two embark upon a friendship that evolves into her falling for him. While struggling in Tin Pan Alley, Fred falls in with his composer partner's gold-digging sister-in-law Eileen. Eileen really becomes interested when she finds out Fred is carrying his life savings.
Ratings
IMDb5.8/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- George ArchainbaudDirector
- Lillie HaywardScreenplay
Cast
- Eleanore WhitneyEdna Baker
- Johnny DownsFred Stevens
- Lynne OvermanJoe Hart
- Terry WalkerEileen Fletcher
- Benny BakerMaxie Schwartz
- William DemarestPaul Sears
- John PattersonDanny Fox
- El BrendelWindow Washer
- Barlowe BorlandGoebel
- Kitty McHughGoldie Foster
- Helen FlintLucille Sears
- Harvey ClarkWaiter