Back Street (1941)

Skillful adaptation of the tearjerking Fannie Hurst novel features Charles Boyer and Margaret Sullavan as star-crossed lovers Walter Saxel and Ray Smith. Years after their marriage plans are sabotaged, the pair are reunited in New York City. When Ray discovers that Walter is now married to another, she agrees to become her mistress in order to remain a part of his life. With Richard Carlson, Frank McHugh, Tim Holt. 89 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; theatrical trailer.