Journeys in Classic Film Posted by Kristen on February 17, 2013

**This entry is my contribution to the Fabulous 40s Blogathon hosted by the Classic Movie Blog Association.  Please check out the other fabulous contributions to the blogathon here.** I immediately had the movie in mind when I was asked if I wanted to participate in the Fabulous 40s Blogathon: Anyth   read more

The Stop Button Posted by on September 12, 2012

The Glass Key‘s a murder mystery, but its solution–and even its investigation–is incidental to the rest of the picture. From about seven minutes in, director Heisler defines Key as something quite different. Leading man Alan Ladd isn’t a detective, he isn’t even partic   read more

Noir and Chick Flicks Posted by Dawn on January 26, 2012

The Glass Key(1942). Cast: Brian Donlevy, Veronica Lake and Alan Ladd. Only out for himself.. Paul Madvig, plans to support candidate Ralph Henry for governor after falling in love with his daughter, Janet. Madvig's friend, Ed Beaumont, believes that he is making a big mistake and does not trust   read more