USA,
1928, 76 min
Directed by:
Josef von SternbergScreenplay:
Jules FurthmanCinematography:
Harold RossonCast:
George Bancroft, Betty Compson, Olga Baclanova, Clyde Cook, Mitchell Lewis, Gustav von Seyffertitz, May Foster, Richard Alexander, Bob Reeves, George Irving (more)VOD (1)
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Bill Roberts, a stoker on a tramp steamer, comes ashore for eight hours' leave and finds himself embroiled in the hectic life of Sadie, a bitter waterfront tramp looking to change her life. (official distributor synopsis)
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A lovely romance portrayed by two great actors and one excellent director. There are some great shots, especially of the docks. The camera captures places and their atmosphere wonderfully, but overall, I can't help but feel the film isn't that groundbreaking in terms of filmmaking; rather, it's a solid piece of work that can still be enjoyed even after ninety years. ()