IRISH LUCK

Cinemavixion Review

Howard Bretherton's "Irish Luck" from 1939 offers a charming slice of early Hollywood mystery, centered around the unlikely detective work of bellhop Buzzy O'Brien. Portrayed with earnest energy, O'Brien finds himself entangled in a murder investigation when he aids the wrongly accused Kitty Monahan. The film adeptly blends elements of comedy and suspense, as O'Brien and his associate Jefferson stumble through clues, guided by the narrative's foundation in Charles Molyneaux Brown's story "Death Hops the Bells." While the production may reflect the era's stylistic conventions, the core mystery surrounding stolen bonds and a hotel guest's demise provides an engaging plot. The presence of Frankie Darro and Mantan Moreland in the cast adds further appeal, promising a viewing experience that is both a historical snapshot and an entertaining whodunit.