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(1930, Warners, Paramount) Film one: The Widow from Chicago. Alice White, Edward G. Robinson, Neil Hamilton, Frank McHugh. The incredibly sexy White stars as a woman seeking revenge against a ruthless gangster (played to the hilt by Robinson) for the murder of her brother. To infiltrate the mob, she poses as the widow (as well as a dime-a-dance girl) of a dead hitman, using her wit and charm to gain Edward G’s confidence while secretly gathering evidence for the cops. This snappy film was something of a precursor to the crime talkies that Warners would become famous for. White went on to have her career marred by numerous sex scandals and divorces. From 35mm. Film two: For the Defense. William Powell, Kay Francis, Scott Kolk, William B. Davidson, Thomas E. Jackson. William Powell stars as a flamboyant and highly successful defense attorney known for his amazing ability to win acquittals for his underworld clients. The plot takes a personal turn when Marsh’s own lover (Kay Francis) accidentally kills a man in a drunk-driving accident. Desperate to save her from prison, Powell consorts to something that could land him in jail. Powell, as usual, is great. From 35mm.
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