SLIGHTLY HONORABLE

Cinemavixion Review

Tay Garnett's "Slightly Honorable" plunges viewers into a hilariously tangled web of political corruption and murder, anchored by a sharp, witty script. Pat O'Brien delivers a compelling performance as a lawyer framed for a crime he didn't commit, navigating a treacherous landscape populated by crooked politicians and manipulative publishers, notably embodied by Edward Arnold and Broderick Crawford. The film expertly blends elements of crime drama with screwball comedy, creating a madcap misadventure that keeps audiences guessing. Its sharp dialogue and brisk pacing, combined with excellent cinematography by Merritt B. Gerstad, make this 1939 gem a delightful, if slightly unhinged, cinematic experience that stands as a testament to the era's unique blend of genre conventions.