Torchy Blane: Lady detective of Hollywood's Golden Age

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Torchy Blane: Lady detective of Hollywood's Golden Age

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Jun 21, 2019

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She was the main character of 9 Warner Brothers films from the 1930's and always got the upper hand on her detective boyfriend. She was a fast talking, quick witted, and strong willed role model for many a young woman in Pre-World War II.

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Jun 21, 2019

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Torchy Blane: Lady detective of Hollywood's Golden Age

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