Lying Lips
Originally released in 1939. Lying Lips is a drama/music film. directed by Oscar Micheaux. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Edna Mae Harris, Carman Newsome, and Robert Earl Jones
Synopsis
A nightclub singer refuses to "date" customers, so she's framed for the murder of her aunt.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1939
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Edna Mae Harris
as Elsie Bellwood
Carman Newsome
as Benjamin Hadnot
Robert Earl Jones
as Detective Wenzer
Frances E. Williams
as Elizabeth Green
Cherokee Thornton
as John Landry
Slim Thompson
as Clyde Landry
Gladys Williams
as Aunt Josephine
Juano Hernández
as Rev. Bryson
Henry 'Gang' Gines
as Ned Green
Don De Leo
as Farina, a club owner
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Micheaux Picture Corporation
- Micheaux Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lying Lips about?
A nightclub singer refuses to "date" customers, so she's framed for the murder of her aunt.
Who directed Lying Lips?
Lying Lips was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
How long is Lying Lips?
Lying Lips has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Lying Lips released?
Lying Lips was released on January 2, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lying Lips?
The main cast of Lying Lips includes Edna Mae Harris, Carman Newsome, Robert Earl Jones, Frances E. Williams, Cherokee Thornton.