Fast Company (1929) Review: A Quaint, Clunky Trip to Early Talkies and Baseball Scams
Alright, so you’re thinking about watching Fast Company from 1929? Look, it’s not for everyone. If you’re into the quirks of early talkies, the slightly clunky acting, and a story that feels straight out of a forgotten dime novel, then yeah, give it a shot. But if you need sleek editing, crystal-clear sound, or a plot ...
This early sound film, "Fast Company," follows a baseball player named Elmer Kane whose life takes a wild turn when he falls for a showgirl and gets tangled up with a shady gambling ring. It's a quick trip into 1929 cinema, where the new technology of talking pictures was still finding its feet, and the rules of the game were, well, a little different.
Review Excerpt
"Alright, so you’re thinking about watching Fast Company from 1929? Look, it’s not for everyone. If you’re into the quirks of early talkies, the slightly clunky acting, and a story that feels straight out of a forgotten dime novel, then yeah, give it a shot. But if you need sleek editing, crystal-clear sound, or a plot that doesn't occasionally feel like it's just winging it, then you might want to skip this one. It's a fun little historical artifact, but definitely an acquired taste.
The premis..."
