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Ruby falls in love with small-time con man Eddie. During a botched blackmail scheme, Eddie accidentally kills the man they were setting up. Eddie takes off and Ruby is sent to a reformatory for two years.
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This pre-Code gem feels raw and relentless, plunging into a world of desperate choices and illicit romance. It's a gritty, propulsive ride through the underbelly, tinged with a cynical yet undeniable passion. Expect a melodramatic punch, exploring survival and love against all odds.
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