A PR STUNT TURNS INTO A REAL KIDNAPPING ON A RAILROAD TRAIN

Cinemavixion Review

This 1941 film, directed by Gordon Douglas, presents a rather unusual premise where a publicity stunt involving an actress, a baby, and a railroad engineer spirals into an actual kidnapping. The narrative unfolds aboard a Pennsylvania Railroad train, trapping the actress in a perilous situation orchestrated by the movie director. While the setup promises a blend of comedy and suspense, the film's execution may lean towards the more melodramatic aspects of its core conflict. Victor McLaglen, Dennis O'Keefe, and ZaSu Pitts headline the cast, bringing their established talents to a story that explores the unpredictable consequences of staged events.