SLIGHTLY HONORABLE

Cinemavixion Review

Tay Garnett's 1939 film "Slightly Honorable" presents a compelling courtroom drama wrapped in a noir-tinged mystery. Pat O'Brien stars as John Webb, a principled lawyer thrust into a dangerous game when he's framed for the murder of Alma Brehmer, a woman with ties to both him and the corrupt forces he opposes. The narrative skillfully navigates Webb's desperate attempts to clear his name against a backdrop of political corruption, embodied by the formidable Vincent Cushing and District Attorney George Joyce. While the film may not boast the extensive accolades of later cinematic triumphs, its tight plotting and a solid performance from O'Brien make it a worthy watch for fans of classic crime thrillers. The film's blend of legal intrigue and a race against time delivers a satisfying, albeit somewhat conventional, cinematic experience from Hollywood's golden age.