Absolutely incredible. I'm 29 years old. Born in '93. Been a fan of film noir for years. I love the atmosphere, yes, but it's more than that. Back then they couldnt rely on cgi or any fancy stuff to make a film interesting. So the directing and cinematography had to be good, real good. And this is perhaps one of the best examples of that I've ever seen. This film was not only incredibly well written but it was beautifully directed and shot. After seeing something like this, so original and so well-done, it really does make it so glaringly obvious how awful film production today has really gotten. Nothing is original and damn near every film has to rely on a big budget to make anything even worth seeing. The people in the 30s, 40s, and 50s had no idea how good they had it. Truly the golden age of cinema.
Actually, we did and do know how well we had it. We are well aware of the devolution of all things cultural. We even used to read real books and play instruments.
@@im-mu7tw lmao good point. It's a shame truly. But it seems to be a natural process. Every generation a little bit less gets passed on and a little more is lost each time
@@alexcarter2542 Change is part of life but the the kind of changes in the more recent past have not been haphazard, but a planned demolition. Look into 'The New Barbarians' and a lecture given by Dr Richard Day in the 1960s in the US.
Edward Arnold made a very convincing blind man. He really studied the character, the moves, the attitude. And Friday was an exceptionally trained dog. There was no dull moments in the movie. Thanks CCC for this pearl!!!
what a beautiful movie. Donna Reed brought the drama, the dog brought the action and there was sheer genius comedy randomly thrown in that truly made me laugh. Great movie.
Outstanding cast. Great early bit for Donna Reed. Edward Arnold is just big fun in this. It gave him a chance to act and not just be a heavy, like he usually was.
Wow, absolutely wonderful movie...and I say that about almost none of them! Kept me interested, no cursing, the characters were wonderful, the plot amazing. Should have won awards!
Dogs!.... one of the few great reasons to spend time on Earth. As Lord Byron wrote: Beauty without Vanity, Strength without Insolence, Courage without Ferosity, and all the virtues of Man without his Vices.
One of the greatest actors ever Edward Arnold he was the head of screen actors guild when my Dad met him Dd said he was a nice guy the sign of a good actor Is if they can make uaff cry anger u invoke love and n he could do it all
true.....earth just wasn't all rolling green hills and weeping willows, it's all about chasing the next buck, dealing with broken childhoods, cheating women, and tax stealing our money
Gosh I absolutely find this comment extremely charming. I’m trying to do the same my addiction, the pills are calling me, and I’m trying to find any movie, anything to take my mind off it. I to hope that I master my troubles to the comment above 👆🏽
I read the comments and noted the differences of generations. Not a comment about Allan Jenkins (Marty), Horace McNally (Gabril), - 2-character actors who mainly were typed as "bad men" and both were in dozens of movies. Also no one mentioned Rosemae De Camp (Vera), who was ubiquitous in the 1940s thru the 1950s movies and television. An uncredited actor, the young, black-haired policeman, who was thrown in the wrestling match was ??, who played the father of the daughter Dustin Hoffman wound up with in THE GRADUATE! By the 1940s, the studios had the B&W films production values perfected. The mastery of shadows was an art. I bring these observations to you from close to eight decades of life. This movie is only 2 years older than me.
Allen Jenkins was great.....had a role later n life as an elevator operator (courting in the 1959 film, "Pillow Talk", Thelma Ritter, one of my all - time FAV character actors -- nominated 5X's for An Oscar yet never won --shld have!)
An interesting little film. Edward Arnold is always good and plays a gumshoe with a difference. Loved the dog Friday as his sleuthing sidekick. One of Donna Reeds earliest roles and she was excellent.
That dog was well trained. He was the star in this movie!😍 I loved the scene where he came to meeting the black poodle and he had to decide to go on with his mission or go tramping with her😂🤣 He got a little side tracked there didn't he?😂
I just finished watching this movie. What a treat! I've never seen Donna Reed play such a role; she was a very versatile actress and so beautiful. Great cast, I really enjoyed it. Thank you for posting it. 😊
This is another reason I love German Shepherds. Can't fake how limber and intelligent they are. Another great performance by one is in the movie Desierto.
Donna Reed played a RN in THEY WERE EXPENDABLE. At the dinner party when she unfurled her hair, put on a pearl necklace and adjusted her handkerchief ....perfection.
I remember that movie!! Thanks to AMC & TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES which I no longer get and can’t afford cable. But used to watch both avidly!! Loved the Bio announcements and the “Star of the Month”!!
James Franciscus was the star of "Longstreet." I always thought he was so good-looking. He was a heartthrob of mine back in the day, even though I tended to prefer boys/men with dark hair.
@S Macca It ran for eight seasons, 275 episodes and also featured Shelly Fabares as her daughter. It was when great family shows like Father Knows Best, Leave it to Beaver, The Andy Griffith Show, and The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet ruled the roost. Nick at night used to run them in the 80's and 90's also.
well, what a movie. what a movie, what a movie. thoroughly enjoyed it on the eve of the old year. does anybody have any recommendations that are similar to this?
When she had her TV show it was uncanny how Shelley Fabares started to look like her. She adopted a lot of the same quirks and mannerisms, to where I thought they were related. This shows what a strong personality Donna must have been.
i didn't know this movie existed and didn't even know a 40s blind detective movie and dog was ever made, but it was great fun. Donna Reed playing out of her usual sweet girl next door was a treat. to have a different lead villain was great! the black butler was stereotyped and that took away from it, otherwise, a very enjoyable movie!
Very good film. Entertaining & well - cast. Have watched on numerous occasions & loved it every time. Edward Arnold is superb & so is his right hand, his dog, Friday. Thoroughly recommend it. 😀
Fabulous 👌 The beautiful germsn shepard, so well trained. The movie would not hav bn so good without Friday. Excellent plot with a blind man. Incidentally, that actor nevr disappoints. Masterful performance and oh that commanding voice. Nice to see gorgeous Donna Reed. Happy funny ending❤
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Wooh!, Glad I stumbled on this one; this is a fun flick. The characters and dialog are fantastic, and I love all the judo action. I just got to 29:00 - "Is that guy blind?" "Demoralizin', ain't it?" Daaaaaamn!
I watched the movie just for the German Shepherd dog! I have 2 of them and they are so fun. I loved the movie and the blind man actor was terrific in it! ❤
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Absolutely incredible. I'm 29 years old. Born in '93. Been a fan of film noir for years. I love the atmosphere, yes, but it's more than that. Back then they couldnt rely on cgi or any fancy stuff to make a film interesting. So the directing and cinematography had to be good, real good. And this is perhaps one of the best examples of that I've ever seen. This film was not only incredibly well written but it was beautifully directed and shot. After seeing something like this, so original and so well-done, it really does make it so glaringly obvious how awful film production today has really gotten. Nothing is original and damn near every film has to rely on a big budget to make anything even worth seeing. The people in the 30s, 40s, and 50s had no idea how good they had it. Truly the golden age of cinema.
Actually, we did and do know how well we had it. We are well aware of the devolution of all things cultural. We even used to read real books and play instruments.
@@im-mu7tw lmao good point. It's a shame truly. But it seems to be a natural process. Every generation a little bit less gets passed on and a little more is lost each time
@@alexcarter2542 Change is part of life but the the kind of changes in the more recent past have not been haphazard, but a planned demolition. Look into 'The New Barbarians' and a lecture given by Dr Richard Day in the 1960s in the US.
@@typower9 good point ty. Truth.
You, my friend, are truly SPOT - ON.
Edward Arnold made a very convincing blind man. He really studied the character, the moves, the attitude. And Friday was an exceptionally trained dog. There was no dull moments in the movie. Thanks CCC for this pearl!!!
Loved this movie. Don’t think I ever saw it before.. the old movies are the Best!!
I loved old movies when I was a kid in the 70’s! Loved RKO! Always showed the best old flicks!!
Yes, I agree totally. Love the old movie, also !!!!!!!!!!!!
Classic Films!
@@coryd2668 Classic Films!
@@bernadettemintmier9618 Classic Films!
what a beautiful movie. Donna Reed brought the drama, the dog brought the action and there was sheer genius comedy randomly thrown in that truly made me laugh. Great movie.
انة.فلم. رائع. بكل.المقايس.محتواة.غني.بل.الدراما.والجريمة.والحب.والتجسس.و.و.والكثير.وهو.ايضا.مضحك.ولذيذ.يستحق.المشاهدة.شكرا.لإدارة.القناة.شكرا.للترجمة.
Outstanding cast. Great early bit for Donna Reed. Edward Arnold is just big fun in this. It gave him a chance to act and not just be a heavy, like he usually was.
Not a dull moment, absolutely entertaining and most of all Friday, the dog, is wonderful! Loved this movie!
Wow, absolutely wonderful movie...and I say that about almost none of them! Kept me interested, no cursing, the characters were wonderful, the plot amazing. Should have won awards!
Beautiful! I absolutely love dogs, Friday was the super star, great acting & terrific plot. A movie to remember always.
Dogs!.... one of the few great reasons to spend time on Earth. As Lord Byron wrote:
Beauty without Vanity,
Strength without Insolence,
Courage without Ferosity,
and all the virtues of Man without his Vices.
@@mjstow It’s truly amazing what they can teach dogs to do, and it’s also amazing how much the dogs love to be taught. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🥰🥰🥰
LOVED this movie the first time I saw it on TCM. Terrific dialogue and keeps you interested throughout. One of Edward Arnold's best movies.
He was great in "You Can't Take It With You" too 🙂
He's the best. An what a stupid daughter.
What a great movie! The hero, a German Shepherd! Love that dog, with all his personality and spunk.
Thank you for finding this and sharing it.
I really loved this movie. The guy that played the blind man was awesome, but all of them were. The German Shephard did great also.
I loved the ending.
Edward Arnold was quite famous.
One of the greatest actors ever Edward Arnold he was the head of screen actors guild when my Dad met him Dd said he was a nice guy the sign of a good actor Is if they can make uaff cry anger u invoke love and n he could do it all
Dnna Reed was a real piece of work in this. Excellent acting!
An enjoyable movie with good script, excellent acting and blend of drama and humor. Thank you CCC.
Love this movie! Sooo entertaining that I actually forgot about my own troubles for awhile. 👍😁😘
Hope you master those troubles soon.
That's the best!
true.....earth just wasn't all rolling green hills and weeping willows, it's all about chasing the next buck, dealing with broken childhoods, cheating women, and tax stealing our money
Gosh I absolutely find this comment extremely charming. I’m trying to do the same my addiction, the pills are calling me, and I’m trying to find any movie, anything to take my mind off it. I to hope that I master my troubles to the comment above 👆🏽
I also find that I loose myself when I watch these films, I'm in a pleasant place away from my troubles, Wow!
Classic old movie.Edward Arnold and his dog was simply outstanding in this film.
Mantan Moreland, I love this guy. Makes all these movies better. Most of the time he completely takes them over
This film is an example of how Hollywood depicted people of color as buffoons and caricatures. I couldn't finish this film
Black actors/actresses made fils so much better. One of my favourite is Hattie McDaniel she always seemed to steel the show
@@kprieto2655 I noticed that too. Thanks.
This has been a brilliant film , and the dog was the star ,absolutely amazing.
Live Friday true hero!
The dog was funny!
Amazing, beautiful dog!
It "has been"?
The movie was good, really good, but the performance of Edward Arnold was exceptional, about as good as you will see from an actor in any movie.
Donna Reed is an underrated beauty.
I love this old film. What a treat. Great Detective,Great Dog and excellent caretaker. They are a great team 😊
9:08 “Surely you can see
That you could never make her happy”
not the Both of us here for TWICE 😭😭…..unless your not and its just me 😀😀😀
I'm such a dog lover that Friday was my favorite actor in this. I love the entire movie, plot, actors and all. Thank you, CCC! 😍
A highly original plot, an exceptionally talented cast, and crisp cinematography.
This movie is fantastic ! Thanks for sharing, Donna Reed is beautiful ! Friday is a great dog ! My favorite black actor, Mantel Moreland !
This would have made a great detective series, too bad they didn't make more
I know. I wish Edward Arnold had made more in this role.
I read the comments and noted the differences of generations. Not a comment about Allan Jenkins (Marty), Horace McNally (Gabril), - 2-character actors who mainly were typed as "bad men" and both were in dozens of movies. Also no one mentioned Rosemae De Camp (Vera), who was ubiquitous in the 1940s thru the 1950s movies and television. An uncredited actor, the young, black-haired policeman, who was thrown in the wrestling match was ??, who played the father of the daughter Dustin Hoffman wound up with in THE GRADUATE! By the 1940s, the studios had the B&W films production values perfected. The mastery of shadows was an art. I bring these observations to you from close to eight decades of life. This movie is only 2 years older than me.
Allen Jenkins was great.....had a role later n life as an elevator operator (courting in the 1959 film, "Pillow Talk", Thelma Ritter, one of my all - time FAV character actors -- nominated 5X's for An Oscar yet never won --shld have!)
I love the music they used to use in movies. Old black and white films are the best.
An interesting little film. Edward Arnold is always good and plays a gumshoe with a difference. Loved the dog Friday as his sleuthing sidekick. One of Donna Reeds earliest roles and she was excellent.
Mantam getting a little older in his career in this film. 😊
What a legend!!! 🧡
And Friday did a pretty good job too... 😉
4th time I watch this film, the plot is great. I admire Ann Harding throughout her career, she does not fail here. Une grande dame.
Edward Arnold as I have never seen him...he is usually cast as a wealthy unscrupulous businessman....he is magnificent here.
Outstanding. What a find. Very grateful to enjoy this talent and mastery of the medium.
I loved Uncle Max and Friday, they made the show.
This is a cool movie! A blind detective and a cool dog! Donna Reed is so beautiful and reminds me of my mother, she looked so much like her.
She’s one of my cousins
Perfect! I was so surprised by how well done that was and so entertained. Thank you for sharing!
I love the way the younger woman tells her step mother “No, I won’t listen to you, because I don’t have to”.
What a great movie!!! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!!
A Very enjoyable crime mystery. Friday was amazing, such a smart dog. I smiled at the absolute ending.
That dog was well trained. He was the star in this movie!😍
I loved the scene where he came to meeting the black poodle and he had to decide to go on with his mission or go tramping with her😂🤣 He got a little side tracked there didn't he?😂
The director felt that the film needed a budding romance - or should I say puppy love?
LOL, that part was too cute :-)
This is a great movie, really enjoyed it.Thank you so much for posting it.
I just finished watching this movie. What a treat! I've never seen Donna Reed play such a role; she was a very versatile actress and so beautiful.
Great cast, I really enjoyed it. Thank you for posting it. 😊
This is another reason I love German Shepherds. Can't fake how limber and intelligent they are. Another great performance by one is in the movie Desierto.
I didn't know Ann Harding was in this movie. When I first saw her, my reaction was...🙉 I love her! 😍
There’s an old saying, “ Never go on stage with a child or a dog, because they will always upstage you!”
Me believes William Claude Dukenfield may have said it? Pax and keep well & safe!
Watch 40 little mothers with Eddie Cantor that baby was so adorable and good😊. If you haven’t seen it yet give it a try👍
@@paulcaron400 thanks for the recommendation 👌
@@piratewazza 👍
Ain't it the truth!
This movie was terrific, with a couple of great one liners, some clever writing delivered with aplomb. Not war and peace maybe, but lots more fun.
Very good film noir with a very well written script and the incredible dog who plays the blind man very well
My God a Fred Zinneman film I didnt know about - and it did not not disappoint - the dog the best trained dog in a film i think i've seen.
Edward Arnold was one great actor
Clearly the dog deserves a raise.
Donna Reed played a RN in THEY WERE EXPENDABLE. At the dinner party when she unfurled her hair, put on a pearl necklace and adjusted her handkerchief ....perfection.
I remember that movie!! Thanks to AMC & TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES which I no longer get and can’t afford cable.
But used to watch both avidly!! Loved the Bio announcements and the “Star of the Month”!!
As a man that fell in 💘 with Donna Reed at first sight I'd really like to see that
Excellent film
Oh yeah. Ford was really saying it then.
That was a good one, Roman. My favorite Donna Reed role was as the dance-hall girl, Lorena/Alma in "From Here to Eternity".
I think the hero of the story was the dog! Great movie!
lol I laughed my azz off when the guy wrestled down asked "Is that guy blind" and ALlen Jenkins said - Demoralizing huh? hhaahha
Very Good, Edward Arnold is a fantastic actor.
Looking forward to seeing this! Donna Reed!
And I really enjoyed it, too bad it wasn't a series featuring Mac & Friday! Thank you CCC!
I Love This Movie, I have wztchrd it many times because I Think It Is So Good. Thsnk You. ❤🤗⚘🤗⚘🤗⚘🤗⚘
There was a TV series about a blind detective in the early 70s called "Longstreet." He had a guide dog that saved his life a time or two.
James Franciscus was the star of "Longstreet." I always thought he was so good-looking. He was a heartthrob of mine back in the day, even though I tended to prefer boys/men with dark hair.
bruce lee was in it he taught longstreet how to fight.
@@GoGreen1977 Even though I didn't get to watch it often Longstreet/Franciscus was 👍
Good story great plot! But the dog Friday was the most amazing part of this movie! Somebody please give him a bucket of cold water!!
And an Oscar
@@paulcaron400 👏👏👏
This is an incredible movie! Great script, great actors, Friday stole every scene he was in!
Arnold does the best Lionel Barrymore imitation ever!!
Donna Reed, probably best known as Mary Hatch Bailey from It's A Wonderful Life, was also in From Here To Eternity
Apparently you are not aware that Donna Reed starred in her own sit-com called The Donna Reed Show... that's how most people remember her.
@S Macca It ran for eight seasons, 275 episodes and also featured Shelly Fabares as her daughter. It was when great family shows like Father Knows Best, Leave it to Beaver, The Andy Griffith Show, and The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet ruled the roost. Nick at night used to run them in the 80's and 90's also.
@@obbor4 You just listed the morning lineup I watched as a kid during summer vacation.
@S Macca Not only did she have her own show, she was the boss. She was a smart business woman.
@@runner6500 Great shows with a valuable morality lesson included, along with humor, in every episode.
well, what a movie. what a movie, what a movie. thoroughly enjoyed it on the eve of the old year. does anybody have any recommendations that are similar to this?
Yes. It's great to have easy access to these cinematic gems.
Wish Mr Arnold had mad several films of the blind detective
You & me BOTH!!! 😀🌈😀
That was cute, entertaining and suspenseful! That Mantan Morehouse was a hoot!
Good entertainment! Different . The Dog, Friday is the Star!! Thank. Enjoyed.
Donna Reed was so beautiful .. but I like it better when she plays kind and sweet natured.
That’s what makes her a great actress
I love Donna Reed, she's beautiful and about 21 in this film. She aged well. I miss her.
When she had her TV show it was uncanny how Shelley Fabares started to look like her. She adopted a lot of the same quirks and mannerisms, to where I thought they were related. This shows what a strong personality Donna must have been.
Donna Reed as the "bad" teenager. But was she acting or just behaving? 🤔😲 🙋🏻♀️😉
Fred Zinneman went on to be an Academy Award winning director.The musical direction is by Lennie Hayton, who married Lena Horne
That was such an adorable film! So glad that I got into watching these treasures!!!
Such a sweet movie. Thank you for the upload.
I'm here for Donna Reed.
i didn't know this movie existed and didn't even know a 40s blind detective movie and dog was ever made, but it was great fun. Donna Reed playing out of her usual sweet girl next door was a treat. to have a different lead villain was great! the black butler was stereotyped and that took away from it, otherwise, a very enjoyable movie!
Very good film. Entertaining & well - cast. Have watched on numerous occasions & loved it every time. Edward Arnold is superb & so is his right hand, his dog, Friday. Thoroughly recommend it. 😀
Love Donna Reed in this.
I love how Donna slugged the woman. LOLOL
Fabulous 👌 The beautiful germsn shepard, so well trained. The movie would not hav bn so good without Friday. Excellent plot with a blind man. Incidentally, that actor nevr disappoints. Masterful performance and oh that commanding voice. Nice to see gorgeous Donna Reed. Happy funny ending❤
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I remember seeing this film while sick from school n 3rd grade I was do impressed w Mr Arnold so much talent
Another interesting and entertaining film. I even sat through the short advertisements to say "Thank you" for consistently sharing quality uploads. LL 🙋🏻♀️🙂🇨🇦
Friday was a hero in the 40s. even had cartoons made of him..love this movie
Sources for???
Was he the same Friday as in the THIN MAN Series?? Haven’t seen this movie yet, will but sooo busy!!
Wooh!, Glad I stumbled on this one; this is a fun flick. The characters and dialog are fantastic, and I love all the judo action.
I just got to 29:00 -
"Is that guy blind?"
"Demoralizin', ain't it?"
Daaaaaamn!
This movie was fabulous. Thanks very much
Friday and blind detective were the best
I just watched this movie bc of Twice,in their song hell in heaven they used quote from 9:07 , i love this movie so much.
I watched the movie just for the German Shepherd dog! I have 2 of them and they are so fun. I loved the movie and the blind man actor was terrific in it! ❤
09:09 "Surely you can see that you could never make her happy. "
HELL IN HEAVEN, TWICE 🙌
YEAH THATS WHY IM HERE!! 🙌
yESSSSS
Don't call me Shirley.
Friday deserved an Oscar!
the dog is incredibly smart, but not smart enough to stay away from flowers that make him sneeze.......
Great film.
This was great. So funny. Glad you shared it. Thank you. Brilliant acting. So entertaining
Saw this film as a kid was one of the best ever seen
Absolutely loved this movie!!😊👍
That scene with the dog was priceless! Great movie! Loved it!
You mean scenes?!
The dog is amazing. What do you need actors for when you've got a dog like that?
Great movie! Great acting, great plot, and the dog Friday is fantastic. Thank you!
I love that dog .
It was good seeing Friday playing himself, instead of being cast as a character.
I liked this movie! I sat on the edge of the chair watching it! old time suspence
An the Oscar goes to.... his dog, Friday!
Whose real (registered) name was Dwayne Gorsnick.
Lynne Wright - Glzrbug no joke! Marvelous
A bunch of commercials with a movie in between. Shame on you!
.... The first add, appeared after only 2 minutes or so, into the film, and the second one, only a mere 5 min or so, later!
@@akiva7774 Also, full of viruses.
Akiva777 I have an ad blocker , and it made no difference
I only saw one commercial, and it lasted 3 seconds. It was for some sort of beer.
@@gregorys886
Hi from lockdown London Gregory..... Are you sure you weren't drinking beer (🍻😉) n therefore didn't notice any more than one commercial? Hahahaha.... Or hang on, shoot, that was me. Beer went down a treat, our fridge door was swingin like a pub door on pay day!!!