Born Reckless

Although clearly Brian Donlevy is the star in this B-movie from Twentieth Century-Fox, somehow Rochelle Hudson received top billing.

When the story begins, Bob Kane (Donlevy) wins 'the big race' and soon blows all his winnings on a really good time. Now broke, he arrives in a new town to see an old friend (Harry Carey) about a job working as a cabbie...a huge demotion from race car driver. However, working the job is tough, as a 'protective association' is trying to gain control of the taxi businesses through beatings, 'accidents' and threats. In other words, it's an organized crime racket. So how does Bob figure into this? See the film.

The film is breezy and enjoyable...and worth seeing. However, at the same time much of it doesn't make a lot of sense...particularly towards the end. In fact, the ending is just sloppy...especially with the confrontation scene. Just be forewarned...it's fun but silly.