Slick attorney William Foster, a slick attorney represents crooks and shady characters, is involved with two-timing Irene Manners. She kills a man driving while out with her other man, who takes the blame.
So, For the Defense from way back in 1930. Is it worth digging up today? Absolutely, if you're into that pre-Code zing and the sheer, effortless charisma of William Powell. If you need explosions or a plot that makes perfect sense every second, you'll probably find it a bit slow and, well, *old*. For classic film buffs...
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"So, For the Defense from way back in 1930. Is it worth digging up today? Absolutely, if you're into that pre-Code zing and the sheer, effortless charisma of William Powell. If you need explosions or a plot that makes perfect sense every second, you'll probably find it a bit slow and, well, *old*. For classic film buffs, though, this one's a neat little package. 🕵️♂️ This movie throws you right into it. William Powell plays William Foster, a lawyer who’s clearly too smart for his own good. He’..."
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