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Al Hill (actor)
Al Hill (July 14, 1892 – July 14, 1954) was an American film character actor who appeared in over 320 films between 1927 in film, 1927 and 1954 in film, 1954, including the 1951 film ''The Girl on the Bridge (1951 film), The Girl on the Bridge''. Hill died in 1954 on his 62nd birthday. threestooges.net; accessed July 3, 2015. Partial filmography * ''Me, Gangster'' (1928) * ''Stool Pigeon (1928 film), Stool Pigeon'' (1928) * ''Alibi (1929 film), Alibi'' (1929) * ''The Racketeer'' (1929) * ''Little Caesar (film), Little Caesar'' (1931) (uncredited) * ''Ten Cents a Dance (1931 film), Ten Cents a Dance'' (1931) * ''Corsair (film), Corsair'' (1931) * ''A Fool's Advice'' (1932) * ''The Last Mile (1932 film), The Last Mile'' (1932) * ''Night After Night (film), Night After Night'' (1932) * ''The D ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New York City, New York
New York, often called New York City or NYC, is the List of United States cities by population, most populous city in the United States. With a 2020 population of 8,804,190 distributed over , New York City is also the List of United States cities by population density, most densely populated major city in the United States, and is more than twice as populous as second-place Los Angeles. New York City lies at the southern tip of New York (state), New York State, and constitutes the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the world by urban area, urban landmass. With over 20.1 million people in its metropolitan statistical area and 23.5 million in its combined statistical area as of 2020, New York is one of the world's most populous Megacity, megacities, and over 58 million people live within of the city. New York City is a global city, global Culture of New ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Death Kiss
''The Death Kiss'' is a 1933 American pre-Code mystery film starring David Manners as a crusading studio writer, Adrienne Ames as an actress, and Bela Lugosi as a studio manager. The thriller features three leading players from the previous year's '' Dracula'' (Lugosi, Manners, and Edward Van Sloan), and was the first film directed by Edwin L. Marin. The film was produced by KBS Productions at Tiffany Pictures and released by Sono Art-World Wide Pictures. The film's main plot devices was reused for the 1946 French film ''That's Not the Way to Die'' starring Erich von Stroheim. The film is currently in the public domain. Plot During the filming of a death scene of ''The Death Kiss'', leading man Myles Brent is really shot and killed. Tonart Studios manager Joseph Steiner (Lugosi) is assigned to handle the situation. The studio wants to pass it off as a simple accident, but screenwriter Franklyn Drew (Manners) digs a bullet out of a wall and tells Homicide Detective Lieutenant Sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Big Shot (1937 Film)
''The Big Shot'' is a 1937 American comedy film directed by Edward Killy from a screenplay by Arthur T. Horman and Bert Granet, based on a story by Lawrence Pohle and Thomas Ahearn. The film stars Guy Kibbee, Cora Witherspoon, Dorothy Moore, and Russell Hicks. Produced and distributed by RKO Radio Pictures, the film premiered on July 23, 1937. Plot Bertram Simms is a veterinarian in a small town, who is quite content with his place in life. When he inherits a large estate and fortune from an unknown relative, he wants to continue living in the small town. His wife, Elizabeth, has other plans, wanting to see their daughter, Peggy, enter into high society in the city where Bertram's relative (an uncle) used to live. Upon their arrival in the uncle's mansion things do not seem to add up properly. Unbeknownst to the Simms, Bertram's uncle was the leader of a criminal gang. When Bertram is persuaded by Peggy's boyfriend, Chet, to purchase the newspaper that Chet works for which had be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kid Galahad (1937 Film)
''Kid Galahad'' is a 1937 boxing film starring Edward G. Robinson, Bette Davis, Humphrey Bogart and, in the title role, rising newcomer Wayne Morris. It was scripted by Seton I. Miller and directed by Michael Curtiz. It was remade in 1941, this time in a circus setting, as ''The Wagons Roll at Night'', also with Bogart, and in 1962 as an Elvis Presley musical. The original version was re-titled ''The Battling Bellhop'' for television distribution in order to avoid confusion with the Presley remake. Plot In Florida, boxing promoter Nick Donati gets double-crossed by his boxer, who throws a fight for a $25,000 bribe from gangster Turkey Morgan. Nick and his girlfriend "Fluff" decide to throw a wild, days-long party with the money they have left, before looking for a new boxing prospect. Nick orders naive young farmer turned hotel bellhop, Ward Guisenberry, to mix some drinks, but he does not know how, as he does not drink. Fluff kindly helps him out. When Morgan, underling Buzz Ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Motor Madness (film)
''Motor Madness'' is a 1937 American drama film directed by D. Ross Lederman and starring Joseph Allen, Rosalind Keith and J.M. Kerrigan. Plot After speedboat racing champion Joe Dunn wins a preliminary race, he is offered a bribe to deliberately lose the race for the championship. A fight ensues, and Joe is jailed and his girlfriend, Peggy McNeil, replaces him in the race. Peggy crashes the boat and is seriously injured. Joe gets out of jail and desperately seeks money to pay for an operation to save Peggy's life. Cast * Joseph Allen as Joe Dunn * Rosalind Keith as Peggy McNeil * J. M. Kerrigan as Henry John 'Cap' McNeil * Marc Lawrence as Gus Slater * Richard Terry as Nick Givens * Arthur Loft as 'Lucky' Leonard Raymond * Joe Sawyer as Steve Dolan (as Joseph Sawyer) * George Ernest as 'Pancho', Runaway Kid * Al Hill as Henchman Jeff Skinner * John Tyrrell as Pete Bailey * Ralph Byrd Ralph Byrd (April 22, 1909 – August 18, 1952) was an American actor. He was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Border Patrolman
''The Border Patrolman'' is a 1936 American Western film directed by David Howard and starring George O'Brien. Plot Spoiled socialite Patricia Huntley gets arrested by U.S. Border Patrol agent Bob Wallace in Arizona after meeting with jewel smuggler Courtney Haybrook four miles from the U.S.-Mexico border. She defiantly smokes, tears up the citation, and claims he manhandled her when taken to the station. However, when he quits after being forced to apologize to her she becomes guilty and convinces her wealthy grandfather Frank Adams to hire him at a new job. At Bob's advice, Frank hires him as Pat's tutor, teaching her riding and swimming. They initially bond, but she becomes upset after learning of her grandfather's plan. She tries to get drunk to embarrass him, only to find that the hotel staff have been ordered by Bob not to serve her any more drinks. After Pat slaps Bob, he decides to quit and she decides to go south of the border to marry Courtney, who hides a valu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riffraff (1936 Film)
Riff Raff, Riffraff, or Riff-Raff, a term for the common people but with negative connotations, may refer to: In music * Riff Raff (rapper), from Texas * Riff Raff (band), a UK progressive rock band * Riff Raff, a band formed by Billy Bragg * ''Riff Raff'' (British magazine), a London-based monthly rock magazine * ''Riff Raff'' (album), by Dave Edmunds * "Riff Raff", an organ piece by Giles Swayne * "Riff Raff", a song by the band AC/DC, from their album, ''Powerage'' Films * ''Riffraff'' (1936 film), an American drama starring Jean Harlow and Spencer Tracy * ''Riff-Raff'' (1947 film), a black-and-white film noir featuring Pat O'Brien * ''Riff-Raff'' (1991 film), a British film * ''Riff Raff'', a Laurence Fishburne play from which the 2000 film ''Once in the Life ''Once in the Life'' is a 2000 American direct-to-video crime film written , directed and starring Laurence Fishburne. He adapted the script from his own play, ''Riff Raff''. Plot Once you're in the life of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Payoff (1935 Film)
''The Payoff'' is a 1935 American dramatic film directed by Robert Florey. James Dunn stars as a newspaper reporter promoted to the sports desk, but saddled with a wife whose spending habits drive her into a relationship with a blackmailing racketeer. Cast * James Dunn as Joe McCoy * Claire Dodd as Maxine McCoy * Patricia Ellis as Connie Travers * Alan Dinehart as Marty Bleuler * Joseph Crehan as Harvey Morris * Frankie Darro as Jimmy Moore * Frank Sheridan as George Gorman * Al Hill as Mike * Paul Porcasi Paul may refer to: *Paul (given name), a given name (includes a list of people with that name) * Paul (surname), a list of people People Christianity *Paul the Apostle (AD c.5–c.64/65), also known as Saul of Tarsus or Saint Paul, early Chri ... as Nick * George Chandler as Reporter External links * * 1935 films Warner Bros. films Films directed by Robert Florey 1935 romantic drama films American romantic drama films Films about journalists Americ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buried Loot
''Buried Loot'' is a 1935 American crime film, the first installment of 50 Short film, shorts in the ''Crime Does Not Pay'' series produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and released to theaters between 1935 and 1947.Kehr, David (2012)"Justice Served, Justice Blurred: ‘Crime Does Not Pay: The Complete Shorts Collection’ on DVD" ''The New York Times'', July 20, 2012; retrieved December 21, 2017. Directed by George B. Seitz, ''Buried Loot'' stars Robert Taylor (American actor), Robert Taylor in his first leading role for MGM, although he and the rest of the cast and crew are uncredited during the film's presentation. Plot The film's story is a contemporary one, set in New York City in the 1930s. It recounts the crime of Al Douglas (Robert Taylor (American actor), Robert Taylor), a bank employee who Embezzlement, embezzles $200,000 ($ today) from the city's Seacoast National Bank. He then carries out his plan to confess his deed to the bank's president, telling him that he has squandere ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Men Of The Night (1934 Film)
''Men of the Night'' is a 1934 American drama film written and directed by Lambert Hillyer, which stars Bruce Cabot, Judith Allen, and Ward Bond. Cast list * Bruce Cabot as Detective Sergeant "Stake-Out" Kelly * Judith Allen as Mary Higgins * Ward Bond as Detective John Connors * Charles Sabin as Packey Davis * John Kelly as Chuck * Arthur Rankin as Pat Smith * Matthew Betz as Schmidt * Walter McGrail as Louie * Maidel Turner as Mrs. Webley * Charles C. Wilson as Benson * Frank Darien as Mr. Webley * Harry Holman as Fat man at pig stand * James Wang as Owner of the chop suey parlor * Al Hill as Holdup man * Louis Natheaux as Holdup man * Eddie Foster as Pedro * Frank Marlowe as Gas station attendant * Gladys Gale as Mrs. Everett * Robert Graves as Mr. Everett * Pearl Eaton as Ethel * Frank Meredith as Motorcycle officer * Jack Mack as Bill * Tom London as Dave Burns * Dick Rush as Conductor * Lucille Ball as Peggy * Frank O'Connor as Boss painter * Lee Shumway as Detective * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Name The Woman (1934 Film)
''Name the Woman'' is a 1934 American mystery drama film directed by Albert S. Rogell and starring Richard Cromwell, Arline Judge and Rita La Roy.Dick p.238 It is not a remake of the studio's 1928 silent film of the same name, although ''Variety'' wrongly reported this at the time. Synopsis A novice reporter tries to get his break by investigating the murder of the district attorney. Cast * Richard Cromwell as Clem Rogers * Arline Judge as Betty Adams * Rita La Roy as Marie Denton * Charles C. Wilson as Joel Walker * Thomas E. Jackson as Frank Martin * Bradley Page as Dave Evans * Henry Kolker as Judge Adams * Purnell Pratt as Forbes * Stanley Fields as Dawson * Crane Wilbur as Blake * Eddy Chandler as Chuck * Wallis Clark as Det. Jeffries * George Humbert as Louie * Al Hill as Maxie * Cyril Thornton as Reynolds * Beulah Hutton as Telephone Operator * Joseph P. Mack as Bartender * Fred Walton as Butler * Allan Sears Allan Sears (March 9, 1887 – August 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Personality Kid
''The Personality Kid'' is a 1934 American drama film directed by Alan Crosland, starring Pat O'Brien and Glenda Farrell. The film was based on a story by Gene Towne and C. Graham Baker. It was released by Warner Bros. on July 7, 1934. A young prizefighter's success corrupts him and leads him to neglect his wife. Plot Joan McCarty (Glenda Farrell) is married to boxer Ritzy McCarty (Pat O'Brien), who has had some minor success, due to his active footwork in the ring and colorful personality. His crowd-pleasing technique catches the eyes of promoters Gavin (Robert Gleckler) and Stephens (Henry O'Neill). Under their management, Ritzy starts fighting in better venues and attracts the attention of Patricia Merrill (Claire Dodd). Patricia and Ritzy began an affair, which his wife Joan tolerates. When Ritzy learns that he has been winning because his opponents were paid to lose the fights, and that Joan agreed to these conditions, he leaves her. Ritzy is suspended for fighting in a fixe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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