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Dangerous Nan McGrew (1930)

"HE COULDN'T RIDE, SHOOT OR ROPE BUT---with the cowboy's gals he was a real "bad man.""

2.019301h 13mEN
WesternComedyRomance

Directed by Malcolm St. Clair

Rating

2.0/10

Runtime

1h 13m

Language

EN

Release

June 22, 1930

Director

Malcolm St. Clair

Overview

Dangerous Nan McGrew is the sharp-shooting expert of a traveling medicine show that is stranded in the Canadian northwest at the snowbound hunting lodge of wealthy Mrs. Benson. Nan is invited to put on a show for the benefit of Mrs. Benson's Christmas-Eve guests. While performing her boop-a-doop son...

Cast

Helen Kane

Helen Kane

Dangerous Nan McGrew

Victor Moore

Victor Moore

Muldoon

James Hall

James Hall

Bob Dawes

Stuart Erwin

Stuart Erwin

Eustace Macy

Frank Morgan

Frank Morgan

Doc Foster

John Hamilton

John Hamilton

Grant

Robert Milasch

Robert Milasch

Sheriff (as Robert Milash)

Roberta Robinson

Roberta Robinson

Clara Benson

Louise Closser Hale

Louise Closser Hale

Mrs. Benson

Allan Forrest

Allan Forrest

Godfrey Crofton

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Dangerous Nan McGrew (1930), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Dangerous Nan McGrew is the sharp-shooting expert of a traveling medicine show that is stranded in the Canadian northwest at the snowbound hunting lodge of wealthy Mrs. Benson. Nan is invited to put on a show for the benefit of Mrs. Benson's Christmas-Eve guests. While performing her boop-a-doop songs, Eustace Macy, the saxophone-tooting nephew of Mrs. Benson falls in love with Nan. And, then, the villain, the bank-robbing Doc Foster, makes his entrance. Can Dawes of the Royal Mounted be seen slushing in pursuit behind the gangster? Could Be.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Dangerous Nan McGrew. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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