The early 30s fascination with high rise construction gives birth to this film about two riveters and the dame they fall for. In an otherwise forgettable script, John Gilbert and Mae Clarke give fine performances. For Gilbert, this may be his finest sound film performance, and it comes just prior to his death a few years later. For Clarke, this is an excellent opportunity for her to show her sexiness as well as her comedy skills.
Tod Browning as the director shows none of the considerable skills he displayed during his silent years. Nonetheless he keeps the film moving.
Robert Armstrong co-stars as a riveter. Interestingly enough he starred earlier the same year in "King Kong" which prominently featured the Empire State Building that had been completed in 1931.
Tod Browning as the director shows none of the considerable skills he displayed during his silent years. Nonetheless he keeps the film moving.
Robert Armstrong co-stars as a riveter. Interestingly enough he starred earlier the same year in "King Kong" which prominently featured the Empire State Building that had been completed in 1931.