The read
Critics rate it 14 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 22m.
Synopsis
A young promoter is accused of the murder of Vicky Lynn, a young actress he "discovered" as a waitress while out with ex-actor Robin Ray and gossip columnist Larry Evans.
Ratings
IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Critics rate it 14 points higher than audiences do.
81 audience votes
Key crew
- H. Bruce HumberstoneDirector
- Dwight TaylorScreenplay
- Cyril J. MockridgeOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Betty GrableJill Lynn
- Victor MatureFrankie Christopher (Botticelli)
- Carole LandisVicky Lynn
- Laird CregarPolice Insp. Ed Cornell
- William GarganJerry 'Mac' MacDonald
- Alan MowbrayRobin Ray
- Allyn JoslynLarry Evans
- Elisha Cook Jr.Harry Williams
- Chick ChandlerReporter
- Cyril RingReporter
- Morris AnkrumAssistant District Attorney
- Charles LaneKeating- Florist
Stills
Themes
film noirbroadway