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Whiplash - 1948 - 6/10
Painter, ex-pugilist, meets glamorous, mysterious woman and is smitten.
Typical of the 40’s, they fall in love within one day and make wedding plans.
Then she’s gone, and the film leaves Romanceland and enters Noirville.
Our mug tracks her down: she’s the “property” of a nightclub owner, who also manages boxers.
Before you can ask, “How old is Dane Clark?” he is in the gym, in the ring, proving himself.
Well crafted film has muddled script, unconvincing leads, sorry fights.
Best are Zachery Scott as the manipulative villain and Eve Arden (“I’m not exactly beautiful but I am available.”).