The Glass Key 1935 George Raft, Claire Dodd, Edward Arnold

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The complete ORIGINAL version of The Glass Key in 1935 Starring George Raft the Story by: Dashiell Hammett also with Ray Milland Ann Sheridan as the nurse.
In an attempt at reform, crime boss Paul Madvig (Edward Arnold) closes down a gang member's gambling den, then offers support to Senator John Henry's re-election, hoping to marry Henry's daughter Janet. Paul and his loyal bodyguard, Ed Beaumont (George Raft), are soon immersed in the brutal murder of Janet's wayward brother Taylor -- whose girlfriend, Opal, is convinced of Paul's guilt. With the involvement of a vengeful gang member and a willing press, it falls to Ed to clear Paul's name.

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@1949LA-ARCH Жыл бұрын

Great movie ! Classic beat down of George Raft, as authentic as they come. Thanks for the movie 😊

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 Жыл бұрын

You are right it is a Classic and Mr. Raft did a great acting job in this classic.

@danielstump3204 Жыл бұрын

George Raft as Ned Beaumont. Wow! What a block buster!

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 Жыл бұрын

It is a little known goody.

@aileen694 10 ай бұрын

This was great, thanks! So good to see one of Raft's earlier films where he showed his true acting chops.

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 9 ай бұрын

You are welcome and I agree. Too bad TCM never shows this one anymore.

@ashroskell 7 ай бұрын

Yeah, I was surprised to see him not phoning it in, like he did in so many later roles. He was actually pretty good in this. He conveyed the sense that he really cared about what was going on and, despite being the smartest man in the room, he wasn’t super-humanly capable of dispatching bad guys with a flick of the script. Dashiell Hammett’s writing, from the original novel, made it into the dialogue, which helped no end. And the supporting cast saw it all safely over the finish line, with some great performances in the key roles that mattered to make it all investing enough. Did you notice the young Ray Milland as the ner do well murder victim? He was clearly talented from early in his career. Had a great time and I’m glad I gave it a chance. Having read the novel, like 30 years ago or so, I was just curious enough. Rewarded for my curiosity.

@aileen694 7 ай бұрын

@@ashroskell I've become addicted to these noir films. The artistry in lighting, shadow placement, angles, even the acting, all made the stories so believable. I like the frequent surprises of actors like Milland, Raymond Burr, Peter Lorre and even Boris Karloff ! popping up.

@ashroskell 7 ай бұрын

@@aileen694 : I hope I didn’t miss that list of actors in this single movie? Just kidding. I’m a cinephile in general. For me it only needs to be a fine example of its type or genre. So I’ll rate a movie like Singin’ In The Rain up there with Alien or Terminator, or Something like Ben Hur with His Girl Friday or the first Topper film. I’ll be as excited to show my kids Laurel and Hardy in Way Out West as I am to share the Barbenheimer experience with them in the cinema. I knew the novel in this case, noir being my favourite genre, with Raymond Chandler being my favourite writer, though Dashiell Hammett is up there. And, again, that covers a broad spectrum from Bladerunner and LA Confidential to The Maltese Falcon and The Big Sleep. Nice to meet a fellow traveller from time to time.

@ashroskell 7 ай бұрын

That was a fair bit better than I thought it would be. A lot of Dashiell Hammett’s novel dialogue made it into the final draft of the script, which helped. Raft was not as wooden as I expected him to be. In fact, he was rather good in this. And the supporting cast was excellent, including that early appearance from a young and already talented Ray Milland as the doomed wastrel, which elevated the proceedings. I thought the director’s choices were rather elegant. His handling of violence was deft, making it feel all the more brutal when the camera shifted its gaze from the heartless beatings in the manner of a frightened witness with superb timing. I got invested in the story and felt there were real stakes at play. Had a great time with this. Thank you.

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for the good review. It's a shame that no one gets to see that George's earlier movies that show he did have acting abilities. That's why I made this YT Channel for him. I was tired of so many people bad mouthing his acting since they never saw his movies from the 30's since they never shown on TV any longer. Go watch "It Had to Happen" another movie showing he wasn't a wooden actor.

@stanedwards309 Ай бұрын

Enjoyed seeing Ann Sheridan in an early role. I recognized her distinct voice, first.

@rudolphvalentinoconnection8298 Ай бұрын

Fabulous RAFT!!!!! Not to be confused with "The Master Key" written by the John Fleming Wilson who wrote popular adventure novels and short stories....one the basis of The Uncharted Sea" which was an early Valentino vehicle...

@christiestaples8088 10 ай бұрын

I am just discovering George Raft I never heard of him before. Thank you for posting this wonderful film I liked it and subscribed to your channel. I look forward to seeing and learning more about him. He was absolutely amazing in this film. Thank you again

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 9 ай бұрын

If you want more of Raft you are better off joining my FB group for him. I teach all about him there. Just click the link: facebook.com/groups/414481055641108/

@christiestaples8088 9 ай бұрын

@hollywoodgoldenage Thank you for your FB info I will certainly do that. Thank you again for introducing me to a remarkable man

@ALF782 2 ай бұрын

It was Cagney , Edward G and Raft in the 1930s for gangster movies. Sad to see Raft is forgotten by many.

@Collados13 9 ай бұрын

Thanks. As one of George Raft's other character's would say (from a diff movie)~ He's some class ;)

@bluelouie2704 Жыл бұрын

Great movie. Thank you for posting.

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it.

@candy9986 10 ай бұрын

Loved it 💕🤗

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 9 ай бұрын

TCM never shows this movie meanwhile Raft was better in this movie than the remake with Alan Ladd. Thanks for commenting.

@ShadowsOnTheScreen Жыл бұрын

Wow! A new posting. Thank you!

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome. I try to put as many of Raft's movies as I can and YT allows. Even though I get really busy with George's FB group. Thanks for commenting. Did you like the movie?

@sergusbower1270 Жыл бұрын

Better than the remake! ❤️

@lovinraftqueenofnite7708 Жыл бұрын

That it is.

@artmonk8576 3 ай бұрын

both are great. Personally, I prefer the remake with Ladd and Lake (and Bendix as Jeff).

@gingerli5820 4 ай бұрын

There was a significant difference in this movie's conclusion from that of the 1942 version. In the later, Beaumont (Ladd) ended up with Janet Henry (Lake), the girl both he and Madvig (Donlevy) wanted. In this one, Beaumont (Raft) ended up with Madvig's (Arnold) daughter, Opal (Dodd). IMO, the 1942 movie was much better: Ladd was a better Beaumont and Veronica Lake was a much more rewarding prize.

@artmonk8576 3 ай бұрын

I think Raft was excellent as Beaumont in this, but I think the 1942 remake is a better film, not only because of the Ladd/Lake chemistry but also because of Bendix's performance as Jeff.

@ursulaglissmann6905 Жыл бұрын

The Glass Key

@maxinejarrett7077 Жыл бұрын

This film reminds me of Millers Crossing. Is this where the Coen Brothers got their inspiration from?!

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 Жыл бұрын

Interesting I'll have to watch it again.

@thomasrichmond2413 8 ай бұрын

Millers crossing is supposed to a cross of two Dashiel Hammet books: The Glass Key and Red Harvest

@baroqueman1 10 ай бұрын

An enjoyable flick, even though I do prefer the 1942 version with Brian Donlevy as Paul, and a most memorable William Bendix playing the dim-witted 'heavy' Jeff. However, in this version, the role of Ed was an ideal vehicle for George Raft, who played such parts so convincingly.

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 9 ай бұрын

You are so correct. George was better than Ladd in this original movie.Too bad not enough people have seen this version.

@jeanettesdaughter 11 ай бұрын

The great great writing of the fantastic American writer Dashiell Hammett. I prefer him over Hemingway. Sacrilege, I know but Hammett had a much bigger world view although not so grand or ‘earnest.’ Hammett kept his politics local and his characters simple and plain. Only the criminals were deviant! No Gatsby he.

@alexdavies7394 Жыл бұрын

I think George Raft is better in this kind of role than Alan Ladd, although the latter is a better actor.

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 Жыл бұрын

Personally, I was never thrilled by Ladd's acting. Believe or not George was best in comedy and dancing but this does show if all is right he also could act.

@alexdavies7394 Жыл бұрын

@@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 - I never rated George Raft as an actor.

@artmonk8576 3 ай бұрын

Raft is iconic in the scene in the bar's private room. Guinn Williams great but not as good as Bendix in the 1942 remake.

@elliottschertzer876 5 ай бұрын

Released June 15th,1935

@ChrisCarlin-is8wv 14 сағат бұрын

Remakes just aren’t quite as good as the OG

@pmullins1495 Күн бұрын

Mr Arnold again in his 'niche' role (a natural for him). Ditto for George Raft (natural in political 'go-to Mr. fix-it' roles)

@victoriajarvis2260 9 ай бұрын

Anybody spot Ray Milland?

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 9 ай бұрын

You couldn't miss him. Ray Milland was also in another movie with Raft. He was in "Bolero".

@keithharvey7230 2 сағат бұрын

You couldn't miss him you wally.

@swoondrones 8 ай бұрын

Have you got the 1942 version?

@hollywood-thegoldenage5310 8 ай бұрын

Why would I have the 1942 version when I have this channel for George Raft's movies not seen on TV anymore. The '42 version with Alan Ladd is somewhere on KZfaq, I guess.