Forgotten Faces
"An emotion picture that will drive deep into million of hearts!"
Originally released in 1936. Forgotten Faces is a crime/drama film. directed by E.A. Dupont. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Herbert Marshall, Gertrude Michael, and James Burke
Synopsis
Harry Ashton is a superstitious gambling house owner, who relies on sprigs of heliotrope as his good luck charm. One day, Harry catches his wife, Cleo with another man. Harry shoots him and takes his 18 month old daughter, Sally to best friend, Sgt. Donovan to find her a good home. Harry turns himself in and gets life in prison. 17 years pass, Cleo is on the brinks of losing her job as a burlesque dancer. Cleo decides to blackmail the McBrides (Sally's devoted adoptive parents). Harry discovers this and promises his warden that while on parole he will protect Sally. Harry trades places with the McBride's butler. While working, Harry discovers a letter addressed to the McBrides from Cleo asking to meet with her. Harry meets with Cleo instead and they begin to fight...
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Herbert Marshall
as Harry
Gertrude Michael
as Cleo / Harry's wife
James Burke
as Sgt. Johnny Donovan / Harry's friend
Robert Cummings
as Clinton Faraday
Betty Jane Rhodes
as Sally McBride / Harry's daughter
Robert Gleckler
as Mike Davidson
Arthur Hohl
as Hi-Jack Eddie
Alonzo Price
as Warden Davis
Pierre Watkin
as Mr. McBride
Dora Clement
as Mrs. McBride
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forgotten Faces about?
Harry Ashton is a superstitious gambling house owner, who relies on sprigs of heliotrope as his good luck charm. One day, Harry catches his wife, Cleo with another man. Harry shoots him and takes h...
Who directed Forgotten Faces?
Forgotten Faces was directed by E.A. Dupont.
How long is Forgotten Faces?
Forgotten Faces has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).
When was Forgotten Faces released?
Forgotten Faces was released on May 15, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Forgotten Faces?
The main cast of Forgotten Faces includes Herbert Marshall, Gertrude Michael, James Burke, Robert Cummings, Betty Jane Rhodes.