The idea of this movie is an interesting one and the political shenanigans are convincing but unfortunately the performance by James Cagney is distinctly over the top. A certain amount of playing to the gallery is appropriate to campaigning but the constant declaiming by Cagney is very wearing; to say nothing of the singing and hammy marching!
It's a shame because some of the supporting performances are excellent, particularly Barbara Hale and Jeanne Cagney.
I would have given this a lower score were it not for the worthwhile content; it's a pity that was let down by the realisation.
It's a shame because some of the supporting performances are excellent, particularly Barbara Hale and Jeanne Cagney.
I would have given this a lower score were it not for the worthwhile content; it's a pity that was let down by the realisation.