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    Golden Boy

    Poster of the movie Golden Boy
    1939     Drama    
    USA
    1h 39min

    Handsome Joe Bonaparte (William Holden) is a fine violin player, but he decides to try boxing instead. His father (Lee J. Cobb) tries to persuade him not to throw away his musical talent, but Joe is determined to make some money. He is helped by promoter Tom Moody (Adolphe Menjou), whose girlfriend, Lorna Moon (Barbara Stanwyck) also encourages the young pugilist. Joe is successful, but he becomes disillusioned with the fight game when a tragedy in the ring leads to darker times.

    Directed byRouben Mamoulian
    Written byClifford Odets, Lewis Meltzer
    CompanyColumbia PicturesColumbia PicturesColumbia Pictures

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    Starring

    Barbara Stanwyck
    Adolphe Menjou
    William Holden
    Lee J. Cobb
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