In 2011, I announced I was trying to see every film released in 1939. This new series chronicles films released in 1939 as I watch them. As we start out this blog feature, this section may become more concrete as I search for a common thread that runs throughout each film of the year. Right now, th read more
My Review —A Confused, but Watchable Film— Bogie Film Fix: out of 5 Bogies! Director: Lewis Seiler The Lowdown A doctor (Kay Francis) follows gangsterJoe Gurney (Humphrey Bogart) to a small town in the hope of clearing her name after her husband (John Elderidge) is killed while helpi read more
Dr. Carol Nelson (Kay Francis) and her husband Niles are both doctors with bright careers ahead of them. However, Niles has a hobby of betting on horse races so he could use a little extra cash. An opportunity for extra money comes his way when he treats a guy working for gangster Joe Gurney (Hum read more
King of the Underworld (1939). Directed by Lewis Seiler. With Humphrey Bogart, Kay Francis, James Stephenson, John Eldredge.
Dr. Niles Nelson, is lured into becoming doctor to crime boss Joe Gurney and his gang. When Niles is killed by the police, while taking care of one of Gurney's men, his wif read more
