The Brat
The Brat
6.1
A society novelist brings a brash young chorus girl home in order to study her for inspiration for his new novel. His family is distraught, but soon her behavior has forever altered their snobbish ways.
Mister Arn reviewedJuly 18, 2025
“The Brat”, directed by John Ford, follows a wealthy novelist who takes in a spirited young woman from the wrong side of the tracks as a kind of social experiment. The film is dialogue-heavy and mostly confined to a single setting, focusing on interpersonal tension over action. While rooted in its stage origins, Ford’s direction hints at a growing interest in more dynamic visual storytelling. The class politics and moral framing feel dated, and the performances carry the theatrical style of early talkies. Still, there’s a certain charm to it, especially for those curious about Ford’s early work.