I'm No Angel

Director: Wesley Ruggles
Actors: Mae West, Cary Grant, Gregory Ratoff
PlotTira is a charismatic and ambitious circus performer who uses her wits and charm to captivate men and climb the social ladder. Working with a traveling carnival, she performs a daring lion-taming act that draws in the crowds. Clever and shrewd, Tira juggles multiple suitors, enticing them by promising her affection, all while harboring her own dreams of wealth and independence. Her life takes a turn when she meets Kirk Lawrence, a wealthy, handsome socialite who becomes smitten with her. He showers her with gifts and promises a life of luxury, but Tira remains pragmatic, knowing that love is often a fleeting illusion. As Tira navigates the complications of her relationships, her ambition never wavers. Her talent for captivating audiences and men alike serves as both her shield and her ticket to potentially greater things.
A pivotal moment occurs when Tira's life becomes entangled with Jack Clayton, a successful and suave lawyer who seems genuinely interested in her. Unlike the others, Jack challenges Tira's perceptions about love and security, forcing her to consider what she truly desires. As she gains fame and moves through the elite circles of high society, Tira must confront her past choices and decide whether to embrace vulnerability or maintain her elaborate facade. Conflict arises as different facets of her life collide, with the choices she makes having the potential to alter her course forever. As events unfold, Tira's strength and cleverness are put to the ultimate test, and she must decide who she truly wants to be in a world where survival often demands sacrificing authenticity.
Writers: Mae West, Lowell Brentano
Release Date: 06 Oct 1933
Runtime: 87 min
Rating: Passed
Country: United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
I'm No Angel
Blu-ray Review
Score: 69
I'm No Angel is a splendid showcase of Mae West’s unmatched talent in a superb Blu-ray presentation from Kino Lorber, highly recommended.