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From tender dreams of respectability to scandalous infamy, the riveting tale of Molly Louvain unfolds in a world where love, betrayal, and survival intermingle. Abandoned by her mother and haunted by a tarnished reputation, Molly finds solace in the promise of a decent life with her beloved Jimmy. However, the abrupt disappearance of her fiancé Ralph, who leaves her pregnant and heartbroken, forces Molly to seek refuge in the company of Nicky Grant, a cocky minor hoodlum from her past.
As years pass, Molly finds herself working as a dance hall hostess, while her child resides under another woman's care. An unexpected encounter with Jimmy at the dance hall sparks old flames, but the reunion is tainted by the jealousy of the volatile Nicky. A stolen car, a drunk Nicky firing shots at the police, and a sudden chase pull Molly deeper into the quagmire of criminality.
With the city on high alert for the mysterious brunette getaway driver, Molly, now blonde, seeks anonymity in a nondescript apartment shared with Jimmy. Their unassuming neighbor, Scotty Cornell, a savvy newspaperman, unexpectedly complicates matters. As the authorities close in on Molly, suspecting her to be the mastermind behind Nicky's gang, she finds herself torn between the comfort of Jimmy's love and the thrilling allure of Scotty's world.
A cunning trap set by Scotty to ensnare the elusive Ms. Louvain backfires, revealing the fugitive to be none other than Molly herself. Scotty, moved by Molly's desperate act of love for her child, realizes his grave misjudgment. He pledges to utilize his media influence to keep Molly out of prison, thus adding a new twist to the intriguing saga of Molly Louvain. This compelling narrative delves into the challenging journey of a woman caught in the crossfire of love, crime, and the relentless pursuit of a respectable life.
Where to watch The Strange Love of Molly Louvain?
The Strange Love of Molly Louvain is a crime movie featuring Ann Dvorak and directed by Michael Curtiz.
The Strange Love of Molly Louvain is currently streaming on TCM.