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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User Reviews
bruce mitchell
I found it difficult to stay invested.
john o'connor
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
kinji fukasaku
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
r john hugh
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
peter bogdanovich
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
bernard carr
I found it difficult to stay invested.
giorgio simonelli
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
joseph santley
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
george sherman
Disappointing and lackluster. Expected much more.
Jeff McCartney
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
koji shima
Great chemistry between the leads.
ewing scott
Missed opportunities for deeper themes.
walter shumway
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
richard thorpe
Excellent performances all around.
steve sekely
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
ted post
The tone kept shifting and never settled.
milton moses ginsberg
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
ray dennis steckler
A clichéd plot that offered nothing new.