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Based on the 1928 play of the same name by Charles Bennett, [1][4] the film is about a London woman who is blackmailed after killing a man who tries to rape her. After starting production as a silent film, British International Pictures decided to adapt Blackmail into a separate sound film.
Dec 16, 2002 · Webber, who is assigned to the case, soon discovers that Alice is the murderer. He plans to hide an incriminating piece of evidence--one of Alice's gloves--in order to protect her from prosecution. Tracy, a petty criminal, is in on the secret and wants to blackmail Frank.
Michael Powell. London, 1929. Frank Webber, a very busy Scotland Yard detective, seems to be more interested in his work than in Alice White, his girlfriend. Feeling herself ignored, Alice agrees to go out with an elegant and well-mannered artist who invites her to visit his fancy apartment.
Blackmail (1929) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Hubert Bath - musical score arranged & compiled by John Reynders - conductor: British International Symphony Orchestra Harry Stafford - musical score arranged & compiled by
Musical Score: Hubert Bath and Harry Stafford. Cast: Lya De Putti ( Katie Fox ), Lars Hanson ( Gypo Nolan ), Warwick Ward ( Gallagher ), Carl Harbord ( Francis McPhillip ), Dennis Wyndham ( Murphy ), Craighall Sherry ( Mulholland ), Daisy Campbell ( Mrs. McPhillip ), Janice Adair ( Bessie ).
Harry Stafford was a prominent figure in the 19th century, known for his close relationship with Walt Whitman, which influenced Whitman's poetic voice and themes.
