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For Men Only

  • 19521952
  • ApprovedApproved
  • 1h 33m
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6.7/10
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Paul Henreid, Robert Carson, James Dobson, Margaret Field, Kathleen Hughes, Russell Johnson, Douglas Kennedy, Herb Margolis, Vera Miles, Lou Morheim, Virginia Mullen, Robert Sherman, and O.Z. Whitehead in For Men Only (1952)
  • Crime
  • Drama
A college professor begins to suspect that a student's accidental death was tied to his refusal to take part in a traditional "hazing" and was no accident.A college professor begins to suspect that a student's accidental death was tied to his refusal to take part in a traditional "hazing" and was no accident.A college professor begins to suspect that a student's accidental death was tied to his refusal to take part in a traditional "hazing" and was no accident.
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
150
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Paul Henreid
  • Writers
    • Herb Margolis(story)
    • Lou Morheim(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Paul Henreid
    • Margaret Field
    • James Dobson
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  • Director
    • Paul Henreid
  • Writers
    • Herb Margolis(story)
    • Lou Morheim(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Paul Henreid
    • Margaret Field
    • James Dobson
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    • 7User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
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    James Dobson and Russell Johnson in For Men Only (1952)
    Margaret Field in For Men Only (1952)
    Russell Johnson in For Men Only (1952)
    Paul Henreid in For Men Only (1952)
    Paul Henreid in For Men Only (1952)
    Russell Johnson in For Men Only (1952)
    Paul Henreid and Kathleen Hughes in For Men Only (1952)
    Paul Henreid and Margaret Field in For Men Only (1952)
    Paul Henreid, Russell Johnson, and Robert Sherman in For Men Only (1952)
    For Men Only (1952)
    For Men Only (1952)
    For Men Only (1952)

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    Paul Henreid
    Paul Henreid
    • Dr. Stephen Briceas Dr. Stephen Brice
    Margaret Field
    Margaret Field
    • Julie Briceas Julie Brice
    James Dobson
    James Dobson
    • Bartholomew 'Beanie' Brownas Bartholomew 'Beanie' Brown
    Douglas Kennedy
    Douglas Kennedy
    • Colin Mayberryas Colin Mayberry
    Kathleen Hughes
    Kathleen Hughes
    • Tracy Normanas Tracy Norman
    Robert Carson
    Robert Carson
    • Detective Jesse Hopkinsas Detective Jesse Hopkins
    Russell Johnson
    Russell Johnson
    • Ky Walkeras Ky Walker
    Vera Miles
    Vera Miles
    • Kathy Hughesas Kathy Hughes
    Virginia Mullen
    Virginia Mullen
    • Mrs. Palmeras Mrs. Palmer
    Robert Sherman
    • Tod Palmeras Tod Palmer
    O.Z. Whitehead
    O.Z. Whitehead
    • Prof. Bixbyas Prof. Bixby
    A. Cameron Grant
    • Prof. Edwardsas Prof. Edwards
    Robert Chapman
    • Philas Phil
    • (uncredited)
    Steven Clark
    • Royas Roy
    • (uncredited)
    Christian Drake
    Christian Drake
    • Jackas Jack
    • (uncredited)
    John Eldredge
    John Eldredge
    • Mr. St. Claire - Regents Board Memberas Mr. St. Claire - Regents Board Member
    • (uncredited)
    Franklyn Farnum
    Franklyn Farnum
    • Regents Board Memberas Regents Board Member
    • (uncredited)
    Norman Leavitt
    Norman Leavitt
    • Motoristas Motorist
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Paul Henreid
    • Writers
      • Herb Margolis(story)
      • Lou Morheim(screenplay) (story)
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    Storyline

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    A college professor begins to suspect that a student's accidental death was tied to his refusal to take part in a traditional "hazing" and was no accident.
    • prologue
    • begins with text
    • scene during opening credits
    • swimming pool
    • laboratory
    • 117 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • RIPPED!...from the heart of a woman's hate!
    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
    • Certificate
      • Approved
    • Parents guide
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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Film debut of Russell Johnson.
    • Goofs
      During the car crash sequence, a sheet of glass is broken in front of the camera (or possibly in post), as shot from inside the car, but the cracks in the glass extend into the headliner of said car.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Stephen Brice: Colin, you amaze me. How important can it be to protect the reputation of a gang of delinquents?

      Colin Mayberry: Stephen, apparently you have no conception of how many people are affected by a scandal in a college. There are 3,000 students here, Stephen. Each of them has parents who withdraw their children from school at a moment's notice. Then there is the alumni association who freeze their checkbooks at the first hint of something wrong.

      Dr. Stephen Brice: So it all boils down to money, doesn't it? Always money.

      Colin Mayberry: Well, don't sneer at it. How do you think we got our new buildings? Who do you think gave the money to build this new medical school you are interested in heading? Do you think we won it at a lottery?

    User reviews7

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Okay, so maybe it wasn't `Now, Voyager,' but it's still a surprisingly good B movie.
    I saw this movie a couple of months ago and for the most part, I concur with the earlier comments. I was very surprised to see the issue of fraternity hazing tackled in a fifties film, considering the fact that `social consciousness' wasn't politically correct until the seventies. To give fair warning, this film has rather anemic cinematography, but that's forgivable due to age. Sherman Rose, however, provided horrific editing -- even a `B' film deserves better treatment than the unforgivable butchering job he performed. Quite frankly, I could have done better with my pocketknife and cellophane tape.

    Paul Henreid, however, should be commended for his directing ability because the quality of the acting is really good. Henreid proved he could spot talent by casting a young ensemble full of potential stars: Margaret `mother of Sally' Field, a beautiful Vera `Psycho' Miles, Kathleen `touch me and I'll scream' Hughes, Robert `the good scribe' Sherman, and of course, the most improbable villain for anyone born after the mid 1950s -- Russell `and the rest' Johnson. With the exception of maybe Field, I believe most of these actors got their big break with this film. I know Russell Johnson has said so.

    The plot, which (of course) involves fraternity hazing to its extreme, pits Henreid (the good professor) against Johnson (the handsome, yet sadistic, frat leader). There are moments of both suspense and humor throughout. I, too, noticed Henreid's trademark of staring into the corner of the room with valor. You could almost see the halo over his head as easily as you could see the horns behind Johnson's. Add a good string arrangement and the symbolism is complete. Henreid's heavy accent is also quite humorous when you consider he was representing American suburbia. However, it was referenced in the film that Henreid was educated in Germany. Apparently Henreid knew that there definitely was a need for an explanation! I felt Field got a shortchanged a bit as Henreid's wife. Her role was significant, but I don't believe it was developed to its full potential. Hughes' performance as a rake was good -- both appalling and funny. Sherman and Miles played the young couple in love, and in a way I think Miles had more sense than anyone else did in the movie. There is also some truth to the sexual innuendo in the opening scenes with a barechested Sherman being hazed by his `brothers.' Johnson (who for once was introduced at the beginning of the credits), believe it or not, gave a strong performance and was very convincing as the villain (who was actually a big coward underneath). I believe Johnson was shipwrecked in more than one way on `Gilligan's Island.'

    I don't think you'll find this movie at your local video store, but I do know it's currently available on videotape at moviesunlimited.com. It would be interesting to see this film remade for the twenty-first century. Recommended for Paul Henreid fans, `Gilligan's Island' fanatics, and film aficionados. Not recommended for members of PETA or the faint at heart.
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    • 14jade
    • Feb 5, 2002

    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 11, 1952 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Hell Night
    • Filming locations
      • General Service Studios - 1040 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production company
      • H-N Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 33 minutes
    • Color
      • Black and White
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.37 : 1

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