First Aid (film)

First Aid is a 1931 American pre-Code crime drama film[3] 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.[2] First Aid was filmed in Santa Monica, California. Some scenes were filmed at the Bon Ton Ballroom.[2]

First Aid
Directed byStuart Paton
Written byMichael L. Simmons[1]
(dialogue)
Produced byRalph M. Like[1]
CinematographyJules Cronjager
Edited byCarl Himm
Production
company
Distributed bySono Art-World Wide Pictures
Release date
  • August 18, 1931 (1931-08-18)[2]
Running time
60 minutes[2]
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Box office"Under $700"

Premise

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.[2]

Cast

Reception

A positive review from The Film Daily on 12 July 1931 wrote: "Carries fast action punch with thrills and unique plot situation that makes popularfare good story treatment."[4]

References
  1. Variety, issue on October 13, 1931. p. 29. "Film Reviews" at the Internet Archive. p. 100. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
  2. First Aid. American Film Institute (AFI). Retrieved June 11, 2021.
  3. First Aid at AllMovie – Movies and Films Database. RhythmOne plc. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
  4. The Film Daily, issue on July 12, 1931. p. 10. at the Internet Archive. p. 92. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
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