continues the seasTm of feature films portraying the darker side of American power politics. starring
James Cagney , Barbara Hale
Hank Martin is - seemingly - a ' little' man, a backwoods pedlar whose slogan is ' You name it, I've got it '. But Hank is ambitious and dedicated to the poor people he lives and works with. As he rises to power, however, he becomes corrupted by those he fights against. James Cagney gives one of his most dynamic performances in this vivid portrait of local politics seen through the eyes of those who are manipulated by big business and power-hungry politicians.
Screenplay by LUTHER DAVIS from the novel by ADRIA LOCKE LANGLEY
Produced by WILLIAM CAGNEY
Directed by RAOUL WALSH
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