Directed by Anatole LitvakMy rating: 3 stars out of 4
IMDb
(DVD, Warner Bros)
Cagney and Sheridan grow up in the New York slums. They continue their relationship into adulthood, but Sheridan falls for the suave Anthony Quinn, who promises to put her name in lights as his dance partner. Cagney prefers to stay in the old neighborhood, and initially shuns the opportunity to continue his boxing career. However, when he realizes she has left him, he gives into friends and pursues the championship, with tragic results. Ann's career is not much better, but it is not until years later that they realize ambition has nearly ruined their lives. Elia Kazan almost steals the movie with his portrayal of the young hoodlum Googi, and makes you wonder what his career might have been as an actor rather than director.
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