Movie Description

It Could Happen to You

(1937)

Overview

A politically charged story about a man who dabbles in crime, with disastrous results, to gain the capital he needs to purchase a school where immigrants are prepared for American citizenship. The school's European teacher dreams of a fascist America. Based on a story by Nathanael West and Samuel Ornitz, who was one of the Hollywood Ten blacklisted during the McCarthy Era.

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Original TitleIt Could Happen to You

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1937-06-28

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 11m

Genres

  • Drama