My Take:

Another pre-code gem… how can you resist a film called ‘Parole Girl,’ it sounds like the thirties version of ‘Caged Heat.’

Starring the effervescent Mae Clarke, who had a storied career in Hollywood, on and off screen. She plays a con artist accused of taking people for a ride and sentenced to a year in jail. Once out, she has nothing but revenge coursing through her veins, but the way she goes about it is truly unique.

What I Liked:

Seeing a very young Ralph Bellamy in the role opposite Clarke in only his third year in Hollywood. Most people will remember Bellamy as Randolph Duke from ‘Trading Places.’ “Where the hell is Beeks!”

What I Didn't Like:

It’s not the best pre-code film, in fact it plays more like a B+ film, but it’s absolutely worth a watch.

What I Learned:

Mae Clarke had a nervous breakdown both the year before and the year after starring in this film. And, she was in a serious car wreck the month this film was released, which limited her future in Hollywood.