The read
It runs a compact 17m.
Synopsis
This Crime Does Not Pay entry focuses on fake spiritualists. A mother is worried about her son, who is missing in action. Over time, she gives a con man all of the family savings to find reassurance that her son is all right. When she can no longer pay, events take a tragic turn.
Ratings
IMDb5.8/10
6 audience votes
Key crew
- Harold YoungDirector
- Edward BockScreenplay
Cast
- Dorothy AdamsDr. Trykel's Associate
- Morris AnkrumNarrator (voice)
- Ralph DunnDetective Lester
- Harry HaydenGus Conklin
- Lloyd IngrahamHigh School Principal
- Howard M. MitchellButcher
- Frank ReicherPhilip Kenneson, Sr.
- Arthur ShieldsDr. Rupert Trykel
- Ann ShoemakerMrs. Martha Kenneson
- Crane WhitleyInspector Becker
Themes
con manspiritualistshort film