A 1930s boxer punches his way up, then ego-punches himself down. Classic hubris, vintage gloves.
A young fighter, Bill Hickey, achieves success through the help and support of his friends and, once he does, he gets a big case of 'swellhead.' And then he loses his friends, loses his girl-friend, loses his confidence and is all set-up to lose his title.
Acting
James Gleason's fast-talking corner man Johnny Trump.
Production
Authentic 1930 boxing ring atmosphere, pre-Code edge.
Director
James Flood
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