LOUISE BROOKS | GOD’S GIFT TO WOMEN (1931) Date stamped fashion portrait

[Los Angeles: Warner Brothers], 1931. Vintage original 6 3/4 x 9 1/4″ (16 x 23 cm) glossy silver gelatin photo. Borders trimmed, about fine.

Owing one film to Paramount upon her return from making films in Europe, Louise appeared in It Pays to Advertise in 1930 and was let go by her home studio. Warner Brothers gave her a chance with God’s Gift to Women in 1931. Brooks was presented with a supporting role in this musical comedy which, by the time it was released in America, had all of the songs cut.

Pre-code antics abound in Michael Curtiz’ film, including a cat fight in bed amongst the three leading ladies over Frank Fay. Brooks wears a gown designed by Earl Luick. “Louise Brooks GGW PUB A1” coded at bottom right corner. There are three date use stamps on verso including the original of March 21, 1931.