Bette Davis in a film about a woman's place in big journalism! 1935. The Great Depression only began to gradually give up its positions, and in the cinema of those years, optimism is intensely hovering and if not the complete absence of reality, then at least its mutation. Detective comedy Michael Curtitz "Woman from the front page" (1935) bears the seal of that period, but at the same time distracts the viewer from the turmoil of the character of the 30-years.
The plot of the film is simple: Journalist Ellen Garfield (Bett Davis) and her lover (also a journalist, but from a competitor newspaper) Kurt Devlin (George Brent) have different points of view about the place of a woman in journalism - Ellen believes that she can be good in this profession, like any man, but Kurt believes otherwise - and this prevents them from getting married. However, it soon gives Ellen a chance to show what she is capable of. . .
Well, despite the fact that the plot of the film does not shine with originality, there are enough funny moments in the comedy that will not let the viewer get bored. However, much depends on the cast, which quite professionally cope with their tasks.
Bett Davis admitted that she did not want to star in this film, but on film she manages to hide it well. Also, the actress without much difficulty, but still perfectly copes with his role, giving his character those qualities that will be difficult to resist any man.
Her character is cute, witty and resourceful - and at the same time reflects the type of feminists who lived in the United States in those years. It is possible that the actress herself was one of them. Her frequent partner in films, George Brent, usually "wooden" in the frame, in this film quite harmoniously copes with her role, making a good duet with Davis.
The atmosphere of the native, for the time of filming, the period - 30s in the picture is transmitted through successful shootings city streets, selection of costumes and musical accompaniment. All this makes a good impression.
In conclusion, I want to say that nothing serious work Michael Curtitz does not claim, but fans of creativity Bett Davis, fans of detectives and fans of films of the 30s this creation will appeal. Thank you very much.
7 out of 10