Vivien Leigh is the major draw to this somewhat primitive 1930's era film. It is hard to believe that Gone With the Wind was made only the next year. As always, Miss Leigh adds a certain vitality to any work that she did. The plot was simple an easy to understand, and the movie runs less than 90 minutes. More could have been done to develop the characters or resolve issues at the end of the film. What was Liberty's background that made her homeless? Why did she want to help the others after she "made it big?" The street performers are probably hard for Americans to understand, especially that long ago.
It is easy to see from her work here why Vivien Leigh got other major roles as she grew exponentially in her abilities during the 1930's. The facial expressions and spirit are clearly there, but there were many limitations to this vehicle for her great talent.
Worth a look for Leigh fans or those seeking period pieces. Oh how life has changed in 60 plus years.
It is easy to see from her work here why Vivien Leigh got other major roles as she grew exponentially in her abilities during the 1930's. The facial expressions and spirit are clearly there, but there were many limitations to this vehicle for her great talent.
Worth a look for Leigh fans or those seeking period pieces. Oh how life has changed in 60 plus years.