An immoral mother blackmails a wealthy businessman after he accidentally hits her delinquent son with his truck..


Is this worth your time? If you like movies where the lead character is absolutely exhausting to be around, you’ll love this. If you need a hero to root for, or at least someone who isn't a total nightmare, stay away. It’s a black-and-white grift-fest that feels strangely modern in its cruelty. 🚬 Loretta Young is rea...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

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"Is this worth your time? If you like movies where the lead character is absolutely exhausting to be around, you’ll love this. If you need a hero to root for, or at least someone who isn't a total nightmare, stay away. It’s a black-and-white grift-fest that feels strangely modern in its cruelty. 🚬 Loretta Young is really the only reason this sticks. She plays this character with a kind of sharp, jagged edge that makes everyone else look like they’re walking through molasses. She isn't just bad;..."
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