In this lighthearted, sentimental tale, Apple Annie (played by the charming 75-year-old May Robson) is an apple peddler who is known and loved by everyone in Times Square, local bigwigs and her fellow panhandlers alike, although she puts the squeeze on the latter in order to pay for the
education of her secret daughter, Jean Parker. Even though she hasn't seen Parker since her birth, Robson faithfully writes to her in Spain, pretending to be a wealthy grande dame who resides in a posh New York hotel. But Robson is thrown into a panic when Parker sends a letter announcing her
imminent arrival. She is to be accompanied by her fiance of royal blood, Barry Norton, and ...
Released:
1933
Rated:
NR
Length:
95 mins