Barriers Burned Away
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Originally released in 1925. Barriers Burned Away is a drama film. directed by W.S. Van Dyke. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mabel Ballin, Eric Mayne, and Frank Mayo
Synopsis
In 1871, a Chicago undercover detective gets a job as a porter in a disreputable saloon to get information on a stolen painting, which he believes will be fenced there by thieves. He soon falls in love with the saloon owner's daughter, who believes him to be just a porter. Soon his undercover work puts him and the girl in danger, from both the criminals who stole the painting and the infamous Chicago Fire of 1871.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 4, 1925
101 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mabel Ballin
as Christine Randolph
Eric Mayne
as Mark Randolph
Frank Mayo
as Wayne Morgan
Wanda Hawley
as Molly Winthrop
Wally Van
as Gale Winthrop
Arline Pretty
as Mildred McCormick
Lawson Butt
as Earl of Tarnsey
Tom Santschi
as Hon. Bill Cronk
Harry T. Morey
as Howard Mellon
James Pier Mason
as Slim Edwards
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Encore Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barriers Burned Away about?
In 1871, a Chicago undercover detective gets a job as a porter in a disreputable saloon to get information on a stolen painting, which he believes will be fenced there by thieves. He soon falls in ...
Who directed Barriers Burned Away?
Barriers Burned Away was directed by W.S. Van Dyke.
How long is Barriers Burned Away?
Barriers Burned Away has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was Barriers Burned Away released?
Barriers Burned Away was released on January 4, 1925 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Barriers Burned Away?
The main cast of Barriers Burned Away includes Mabel Ballin, Eric Mayne, Frank Mayo, Wanda Hawley, Wally Van.