Up in the Air (1940)
Description: Frankie 'scoops' the police and traps the killer!
A none-too-popular (nor good) radio singer, Rita Wilson is murdered while singing on the air in a radio studio. Radio page boy, Frankie Ryan, and his janitor pal, Jeff, solve the mystery for the none-too-sharp police.
Director: Howard Bretherton
Producer: howard bretherton
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 18 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-02 01:05:57
Genre:
Comedy
Mystery
Drama
Music
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george sherman
Disappointing and lackluster. Expected much more.
joseph santley
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
Jeff McCartney
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
r john hugh
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
bruce mitchell
I found it difficult to stay invested.
richard thorpe
Excellent performances all around.
peter bogdanovich
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
steve sekely
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
ray dennis steckler
A clichéd plot that offered nothing new.
bernard carr
I found it difficult to stay invested.
ted post
The tone kept shifting and never settled.
milton moses ginsberg
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
john o'connor
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
giorgio simonelli
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
ewing scott
Missed opportunities for deeper themes.
kinji fukasaku
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
koji shima
Great chemistry between the leads.
walter shumway
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.