The Letter
"Blinded by the fury of passion - by the despair of a lost love -- she had not reckoned with "The Letter""
Originally released in 1929. The Letter is a drama film. directed by Jean de Limur. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jeanne Eagels, Reginald Owen, and Herbert Marshall
Synopsis
A plantation owner's wife goes on trial for shooting a man she says attacked her, but a handwritten letter reveals otherwise.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 17, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jeanne Eagels
as Leslie Crosbie
Reginald Owen
as Robert Crosbie
Herbert Marshall
as Geoffrey Hammond
Irene Browne
as Mrs. Joyce
O. P. Heggie
as Joyce
Lady Tsen Mei
as Li-Ti
Tamaki Yoshiwara
as Ong Chi Seng
Fredi Washington
as Opium Den Dancer (Uncredited)
Isabel Washington
as Opium Den Dancer (Uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Letter about?
A plantation owner's wife goes on trial for shooting a man she says attacked her, but a handwritten letter reveals otherwise.
Who directed The Letter?
The Letter was directed by Jean de Limur.
How long is The Letter?
The Letter has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was The Letter released?
The Letter was released on March 17, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Letter?
The main cast of The Letter includes Jeanne Eagels, Reginald Owen, Herbert Marshall, Irene Browne, O. P. Heggie.