|
The Informer
(1929)
Directed by Arthur Robison
Writing credits:
Benn W. Levy
Liam O'Flaherty play
Rolf E. Vanloo
Cast:
Lya De Putti ... Katie Fox
Lars Hanson ... Gypo Nolan
Warwick Ward ... Dan Gallagher
Carl Harbord ... Francis McPhillip
Dennis Wyndham ... Murphy
Janice Adair ... Bessie
Daisy Campbell ... Mrs. McPhillip
Craighall Sherry ... Mulholland
Ellen Pollock ... Prostitute
Johnny Butt ... Publican
Dorothy Green
Ray Milland ... Sharpshooter (uncredited)
Cinematography by Werner Brandes & Theodor Sparkuhl
This rare 1929 version is almost identical to the John Ford remake
of 1935. A hood in a fit of jealousy informs on a friend and ultimately
causes his death. Presented with the original sound track of music, sound effects and
part talking sequences. 83 Minutes.
|