IMDB link: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0025410/?ref_=nv_sr_2
IMDB rating: 7,0
Director: Alexander Hall
Main Cast: Adolphe Menjou, Shirley Temple, Dorothy Dell, Charles Bickford
"Little Miss Marker put the already popular Shirley Temple on the map in a big way. Whereas previous films had been mere excuses for Temple to strut her stuff, Marker was actually a very good film. True, it's sentimental, especially when seen through the eyes of modern audiences, and it doesn't shy away from being blatantly manipulative. Yet there's still something undeniably appealing about the basic story, and the filmmakers seem to be pulling the audience's strings almost innocently. Temple is in tip-top form here, and even those who are not fans should find plenty to enjoy. For one thing, Temple's not called upon to play 'cute' as much; she still comes off as cute, but the character is given some 'hard boiled' dialogue and attitude that dilutes some of the actress's standard cheeriness. She's also well served by her co-star, Adolphe Menjou, and the two play off of each other quite nicely, establishing a believable relationship that is crucial to the film's success. The script is also good, featuring some snappy dialogue and setting up its situations in a professional manner. Overall, Marker is a delightful treat." - http://www.allmovie.com/movie/little-miss-marker-v29569/
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