First Aid (film) explained

First Aid is a 1931 American pre-Code crime film^[2] directed by Stuart Paton.^[1] Produced by Ralph M. Like, the film was released on 5 July 1931 and was distributed by Sono Art-World Wide Pictures. First Aid was filmed in Santa Monica, California. Some scenes were filmed at the Bon Ton Ballroom.

Plot

Ralph Ingram, a brain specialist whose alcoholism has ruined his career, tries to regain his reputation while working with an ambulance team. He is in love with Lil Hollins, who works as a taxi dancer, but Lil's boss, Michael Rush, is also in love with her.

Cast

• Grant Withers as Ralph Ingram
• Marjorie Beebe as Lil Hollins
• Wheeler Oakman as Michael Rush
• Donald Keith as Buddy Hollins
• William Desmond as the Chief of police
• Paul Panzer as Whitey
• Ernie Adams as Joe
• George Chesebro as Swank
• Harry Shutan as Jake
• Billy Gilbert as Jenkins

Reception

A positive review from The Film Daily on 12 July 1931 stated: "Carries fast action punch with thrills and unique plot situation that makes popular fare. Good story treatment."^[3]

Notes and References

1. Variety, issue on October 13, 1931. p. 29. "Film Reviews" at the Internet Archive. p. 100. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
2. https://www.allmovie.com/movie/first-aid-v91522 First Aid
3. The Film Daily, issue on July 12, 1931. p. 10. at the Internet Archive. p. 92. Retrieved June 11, 2021.