The read
It runs a compact 1h 13m.
Synopsis
The philandering Dr. Silas Brenton is fired from his position at a large hospital and given 24 hours to vacate the state. He sets himself up in Chicago as a "prestigious" plastic surgeon to the stars. However, Brenton's silver tongue can't cover up his dubious methods, and an investigation into his practice is launched by the examining board of plastic surgeons. A delirious film à clef based on the loathsome career of Henry J. Schireson, the self-styled “King of Quacks”.
Ratings
IMDb6.6/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- Kubec GlasmonScreenplay
- Llewellyn HughesScreenplay
- Lowell ShermanDirector
Cast
- Lowell ShermanDr. Silas Brenton
- Peggy ShannonElsie Fryer
- Lila LeeGeorgia Rand
- Berton ChurchillDr. J.B. Parker
- David LandauMcCullough
- Nance O'NeilMrs. Finn
- Purnell PrattJefferson Howe
- Olive TellMrs. Day
- Edward MartindelMr. Jonathan Day
- Geneva MitchellFlorence Day
- Helene MillardJune Deering
- John St. PolisDr. McDonald