East Side Kids (1940)
Description: It's gang war on the streets of New York...when a bunch of half-pint racketeers go "civic-minded' to put the skids under a crime czar!
After living all his childhood in the street, a young boy rapidly notices that crime doesn't pay, leading him to become a policeman. One day, one of his best friends goes to prison for a murder he didn't commit. The policeman tries his best to release the friend by proving his innocence.
Director: Robert F. Hill
Producer: robert f hill
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 317 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 16:19:18
Genre:
Comedy
Drama
Thriller
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User Reviews
rupert julian
Excellent performances all around.
henry koster
Uninspired direction and forgettable characters.
john ford
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
sharron miller
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
richard thorpe
Too many filler scenes that didn't move the story forward.
maurice elvey
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
law chi
The pacing was off, making it hard to stay engaged.
george a romero
One of the more disappointing films I've seen recently.
kuang hui
Solid direction and a clear creative vision.
oscar micheaux
The acting was inconsistent and sometimes awkward.
joy n houck jr
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
ben f wilson
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
samuel fuller
Visually stunning and emotionally gripping. Highly recommended!
carl pierson
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
busby berkeley
Some performances felt forced instead of genuine.
scott pembroke
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
antonio leonviola
Poor editing made the scenes feel disconnected.
hal walker
Disappointing and lackluster. Expected much more.
joseph h lewis
A promising premise, but the execution fell short.
harold s bucquet
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.