The Law of the Sea is a 1931 American pre-Code drama film directed by Otto Brower, and starring William Farnum, Sally Blane and Rex Bell, as well as Priscilla Dean in one of her last films.[1][2] Produced by Chadwick Pictures and originally distributed through Monogram Pictures, the film has had several video releases such as on VHS from Grapevine.

Plot

Captain Len Andrews, his wife Jane, and their young son Cole are rescued at sea by Captain Marty Drake. However, Drake assaults Jane, leading to a confrontation that blinds Len and leaves both Len and Cole stranded. Devastated by the events, Jane takes her own life.

Years later, Cole, now a member of the Harbor Fire Patrol, is engaged to Betty Merton. When Drake, now a wealthy man, reappears and becomes infatuated with Betty, Len recognizes him. The tension culminates in a final confrontation where Len seeks revenge, bringing justice for the wrongs committed against his family.

Cast

References

  1. ^ Monaco p.273
  2. ^ The American Film Institute Catalog Feature Films: 1931-40 by The American Film Institute, c.1993

Bibliography

  • Monaco, James. The Encyclopedia of Film. Perigee Books, 1991.


Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Law_of_the_Sea_(film)
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