Joyce Reid (Fay Wray), a wealthy young debutante, stows away on a cargo ship to China, carrying as passengers her dashing aviator sweetheart, Dan Bailey (Ralph Bellamy) and and her munitions-producing father, E. J.

So, Roaming Lady from way back in 1936. Is it worth tracking down today? Well, that depends. If you're a classic film enthusiast, especially into those pre-code-ish adventure flicks with a dash of international intrigue, then yeah, maybe give it a look. But if you're expecting modern pacing, deep character development,...


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

Albert S. Rogell

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"So, Roaming Lady from way back in 1936. Is it worth tracking down today? Well, that depends. If you're a classic film enthusiast, especially into those pre-code-ish adventure flicks with a dash of international intrigue, then yeah, maybe give it a look. But if you're expecting modern pacing, deep character development, or anything that doesn't feel a tad dated, you'll probably find yourself rolling your eyes and wondering what the fuss is about. This one's for the folks who appreciate the histor..."

Richard Loo
Diana Bourbon, Earle Snell, Fred Niblo Jr., Bruce Manning
United States

