4 Star Films Posted by 4 Star Film Fan on October 14, 2018

There’s a myth that makes the rounds every so often suggesting that films of yore were always stagnant affairs. You only have to look at the opening bar sequence directed by Tay Garnett in this picture to confirm that such an assertion is an unequivocal falsity. The camera is alive and well i   read more

Caftan Woman Posted by Caftan Woman on October 9, 2015

From time to time I like to spend time on what I call "Remake Alley" and this trip to is part of the "They Remade What?!" blogathon hosted by Phyllis Loves Classic Movies which runs from October 9th to 11th. Check it out HERE. Movie: One Way Passage Genre: Romance,...   read more

Hollywood Revue Posted by Angela on August 22, 2012

When Dan (William Powell) meets Joan (Kay Francis) in a bar in Hong Kong, it’s love at first sight.  They have a drink together, but end up going their separate ways. What neither of them realizes is that the other doesn’t have much time to live.  You wouldn’t know it...   read more

Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn Sample on August 21, 2012

One Way Passage (1932). A romantic film starring William Powell and Kay Francis. Directed by Tay Garnett. It was remade in 1940 as 'Til We Meet Again, featuring Merle Oberon and George Brent. Powell and Frances performed in four films at Paramount before being signed by Warner Brothers.The m   read more