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Reform School

Play trailer Poster for Reform School Released Apr 27, 1939 1h 22m Comedy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Youngsters at a reform school adjust their hardened attitudes when a dedicated probation officer (Louise Beavers) replaces cruelty with kindness.

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Variety Staff Variety A good bet. Jan 26, 2021 Full Review Alfred A. Duckett New York Age No, it's not a new story. But the story is only incidental to the innate, uncanny beauty which Louise Beavers brings to her interpretation. Jan 26, 2021 Full Review Gus McCarthy Motion Picture Daily [Louise Beavers's] struggle is vividly described in characterizations, situations and dialogue. Jan 26, 2021 Full Review Film Daily Staff The Film Daily The whole cast can be applauded for their acting and portraying of the parts. Jan 26, 2021 Full Review John Kinloch California Eagle [Director Popkin] has done a thorough and competent job serving up this nicely balanced film in palatable fashion. Nov 4, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Youngsters at a reform school adjust their hardened attitudes when a dedicated probation officer (Louise Beavers) replaces cruelty with kindness.
Director
Leo C. Popkin
Producer
Harry M. Popkin
Screenwriter
Hazel Jamieson, Joseph O'Donnell
Production Co
Million Dollar Productions
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 27, 1939, Original
Runtime
1h 22m