A New York socialite climbs the ladder of success man by man until a life among rich gangsters gives her what she thought she always wanted.A New York socialite climbs the ladder of success man by man until a life among rich gangsters gives her what she thought she always wanted.A New York socialite climbs the ladder of success man by man until a life among rich gangsters gives her what she thought she always wanted.
- Awards
- 1 win
- Woman in Casino
- (uncredited)
- Mr. Fredericks - Syndicate Boss
- (uncredited)
- Castleman's Assistant
- (uncredited)
- Mrs. Sullivan
- (uncredited)
- Rewrite Man
- (uncredited)
- Castleman's Secretary
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaLoosely based upon the life of sharp-tongued moll Virginia Hill and her secretive relationship with gangster Bugsy Siegel.
- Quotes
Ethel Whitehead: Don't talk to me about self-respect. That's something you tell yourself you got when you got nothing else. What kind of self-respect is there living on aspirin tablets and chicken salad sandwiches?
[beat]
Ethel Whitehead: Look Marty, the only thing that counts is that stuff you take to the bank, that filthy buck that everybody sneers at, but slugs to get.
[beat]
Ethel Whitehead: I know how you feel. You're a nice guy. But the world isn't for nice guys. You've got to kick and punch and belt your way up because nobody's going to give you a lift. You've got to do it yourself, cuz nobody cares about us except ourselves.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Joan Crawford: The Ultimate Movie Star (2002)
Nevertheless - and most ironically - the decision to strip her of the usual five layers of war paint reminds viewers just how ridiculously good-looking Joan Crawford was. And pardon me for saying so,but I had no problem - None Whatsoever - believing Joan with a more natural look, parading around in model's lingerie or dinner clothes, and sporting a cheeky attitude, would have men falling all over themselves.
She is, quite simply, a drop-ded s3xy woman, regardless of age.
As her character gains confidence with the hustle, her character just gets more interesting. And more attractive.
There's a plot involving an accountant but who cares. Those are details.
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- Sep 26, 2022
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Box office
- Budget
- $1,233,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 43 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1