Belle of the Nineties
1934 · 73 min · ★ 6.1 · Comedy, Drama
Nightclub entertainer Ruby Carter moves from St. Louis to New Orleans to escape Tiger Kid. At Ace Lamont's club, she gains fame but faces drama with Ace's ex Molly. A jewel theft and fixed fight lead to confrontations.
Directed by Leo McCarey · Written by Mae West
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Mae West Ruby Carter -
Roger Pryor Tiger Kid -
Johnny Mack Brown Brooks Clayburn -
John Miljan Ace Carter -
Duke Ellington Piano Player -
Katherine DeMille Molly Brant -
James Donlan Kirby (Tiger Kid's manager) -
Stuart Holmes Dirk -
Harry Woods Slade -
Edward Gargan Stogie (Ruby's agent) -
Libby Taylor Jasmine (Ruby's maid) -
Benny Baker Blackie
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