The read
It runs a compact 1h 10m.
Synopsis
When military doctor Andre Morand is wrongfully convicted of murder, he escapes the firing squad with the help of his friend, Jean. Taking refuge in a mission run by the uncle of the beautiful Margot, Andre agrees to care for the sick. After professing his love for Margot, he learns that she is engaged to Jean, who is now sick. Vowing to return to aid Jean and others, Andre prepares to face death, but a series of events may turn things in his favor.
Ratings
IMDb6/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- Harry HerveyWriter
- William DieterleDirector
- Howard EstabrookWriter
Cast
- Victor JoryDr. Andre Morand/Paul Vernay
- Loretta YoungMargot Lesesne
- Vivienne OsborneRena Corday
- David MannersCaptain Jean Fabien
- C. Henry GordonCaptain Radak
- Herbert MundinBimpy
- Émile ChautardFather Carmion
- J. Carrol NaishSalazar
- Robert BarratMaj. Bertram
- Jack ByronShip Captain
- Mathilde ComontNana
- John DavidsonKasim-Native
Stills
Themes
escapedoctor