A fast-talking, cheeky pre-Code romp that mixes tabloid thrills with romance and a surprisingly dark edge.
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| Scale | Value | 0 to 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 4 | |
| Horror | 1 | |
| Humour | 6 | |
| Realism | 6 | |
| Romance | 4 | |
| Tension | 5 | |
| Darkness | 4 | |
| Complexity | 4 | |
| Emotional weight | 4 |
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