The 1st of the films in the William Beaudine Fest at the New Beverly. It's a humorous crime movie with a weak script. Mr Beaudine gives it a loud rambunctious tone.
Cinemas
B
Vicki Morrison is the niece of the irascible old scoundrel Uncle William Morrison. When Vicki's boyfriend and owner of a Broadway nightclub Duke Randall needs $63,000 in a hurry, Vicki fakes her own kidnapping to raise the ransom money from her uncle. Things get sticky when the phony abduction turns real.
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“Wouldn’t give you water if your teeth were on fire” that’s the good stuff
An absolute gem! Blonde Ransom blends the crime picture with musical comedy with great success. Pinky Lee is hilarious in his proto—Pee Wee role and the musical numbers are charming. The closing wedding song is particularly memorable.
Common questions
What is Blonde Ransom about?+
A nightclub owner orchestrates a fake kidnapping of his girlfriend to extort money from her wealthy, temperamental uncle to cover a gambling debt.
Who directed Blonde Ransom?+
William Beaudine directed this 1945 American comedy, a prolific filmmaker known for his rapid output of B-movies.
Is Blonde Ransom considered a cult film?+
Yes, it has gained a reputation as a rediscovered cult gem due to screenings at repertory cinemas like the New Beverly. Full schedule on Mood.
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