King of the Underworld

"Once again, I am surprised at how much a movie can accomplish in a little bit over an hour of runtime. This crime drama starring Humphrey Bogart and Kay Francis succeeds in that the plot starts out innocently and comes to a crescendo towards the end of the film. A couple starts their physician practice using bad money from criminals. Bogart plays the role of a typical short-tempered gangster who wants to be the big shot wherever he goes and be respected and feared by people he meets or influences. Once he tangles with the two big city doctors, the plot takes a sharp turn and becomes more suspenseful. The last act is even more tense, with good acting from Bogart and his co-stars."