Aspiring dancer Jill comes to the city, looking for spot in the revue at the Pleasure Garden. One of the dancers, Patsy, not only helps her get a job in the revue but shares her apartment with her. However, romantic relationships and Jill's rising fame will test their friendship.
The directorial debut of master director Alfred Hitchcock. More specifically, the first released film with Hitchcock as director. In 1922 Hitchcock directed the film 'Number 13' but only a few scenes were shot and the film was never released. The footage subsequently disappeared and is still missing, making it highly sought after.
This, his official debut film, is okay. It's not a tense thriller like one would later associate with Hitchcock but more a relationship drama. However, there are some more intense scenes towards the end that are reminiscent of Hitchcock in his prime.
Plot is okay, for what is a largely a romantic-drama. It's not a all-wine-and-roses sort of romantic drama but more a warts-and-all type (which would have been quite rare in the 1920s), making it better than most. Things are a bit schmaltzy at times but the character and plot arcs are good and ultimately make for a decent story.
The directorial debut of master director Alfred Hitchcock. More specifically, the first released film with Hitchcock as director. In 1922 Hitchcock directed the film 'Number 13' but only a few scenes were shot and the film was never released. The footage subsequently disappeared and is still missing, making it highly sought after.
This, his official debut film, is okay. It's not a tense thriller like one would later associate with Hitchcock but more a relationship drama. However, there are some more intense scenes towards the end that are reminiscent of Hitchcock in his prime.
Plot is okay, for what is a largely a romantic-drama. It's not a all-wine-and-roses sort of romantic drama but more a warts-and-all type (which would have been quite rare in the 1920s), making it better than most. Things are a bit schmaltzy at times but the character and plot arcs are good and ultimately make for a decent story.