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Penthouse (1933)

"A strange romance in a penthouse- a sky high love-nest! A girl from nowhere bringing drama that screamed from the headlines!"

6.7 โ˜…19331h 28mEN
CrimeMystery

Directed by W.S. Van Dyke

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

EN

Release

September 8, 1933

Director

W.S. Van Dyke

Overview

Gertie Waxted knows how notorious gangster Jim Crelliman runs his rackets, because she's long been under the hoodlum's thumb. She's secretly helping lawyer Jackson Durant in a snoop job aimed at pinning a murder on the thug. Her life will be in peril when that secret gets out.

Cast

Warner Baxter

Warner Baxter

Jackson 'Jack' Durant

Myrna Loy

Myrna Loy

Gertie Waxted

Charles Butterworth

Charles Butterworth

Layton

Mae Clarke

Mae Clarke

Mimi Montagne

Phillips Holmes

Phillips Holmes

Tom Siddall

C. Henry Gordon

C. Henry Gordon

Jim Crelliman

Martha Sleeper

Martha Sleeper

Sue Leonard

Nat Pendleton

Nat Pendleton

Tony Gazotti

George E. Stone

George E. Stone

Tim Murtoch

Robert Emmett O'Connor

Robert Emmett O'Connor

Police Lt. 'Steve' Stevens

Raymond Hatton

Raymond Hatton

Bodyguard

Arthur Belasco

Arthur Belasco

Bodyguard

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Penthouse (1933), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Gertie Waxted knows how notorious gangster Jim Crelliman runs his rackets, because she's long been under the hoodlum's thumb. She's secretly helping lawyer Jackson Durant in a snoop job aimed at pinning a murder on the thug. Her life will be in peril when that secret gets out.

๐Ÿ›‘ Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

๐Ÿ† Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

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

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