William Powell is the only character of substance in this movie, but, charming as he is, he can't compensate for its lack of characters and plot. After having what must be the worst defense counsel in the world, Powell is convicted of murder when he actually killed a man in self-defense. There is a witness who would exculpate Powell, but it seems he is never called, or, if called, not believed--because he is black? The woman he was helping disappears, and never turns up to support the man who saved her life--for no reason that we are ever told. Later on she is found, and Powell, who has escaped from prison, tries in vain to get her to tell her story. However, he does manage to convince a friendly policeman, who promises that he will visit the woman and beat the truth out of her. End of movie.
Nutty or what?
Nutty or what?