A boozing newsman (Charles Ruggles) woos a singer (Helen Morgan) while spying on her bootlegger boyfriend (Fred Kohler)..
“Roadhouse Nights” is a curious one, a real time capsule from 1930. If you're a fan of early talkies, or anyone obsessed with Dashiell Hammett's sharp dialogue, you absolutely gotta see this.For those expecting something slick and fast-paced, maybe steer clear. It's got a certain clunky charm that isn't for everyone, b...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
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"“Roadhouse Nights” is a curious one, a real time capsule from 1930. If you're a fan of early talkies, or anyone obsessed with Dashiell Hammett's sharp dialogue, you absolutely gotta see this.For those expecting something slick and fast-paced, maybe steer clear. It's got a certain clunky charm that isn't for everyone, but it’s part of its allure.You can practically feel Dashiell Hammett's fingerprints all over this thing. The way characters talk, especially the cynical newsman, Charles Ruggles’ D..."
Ben Hecht, Dashiell Hammett
United States
Musical, Crime, Drama
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