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Secrets (1933)

"WHILE HE SPENT HIS LIFE KEEPING SECRETS FROM THE WOMAN HE LOVED, SHE SPENT HERS KEEPING HIM FROM KNOWING THAT SHE KNEW THEM...AND HAD KNOWN THEM ALL THE TIME!"

4.819331h 23mEN
DramaWestern

Directed by Frank Borzage

Rating

4.8/10

Runtime

1h 23m

Language

EN

Release

March 16, 1933

Director

Frank Borzage

Overview

In the 1860s, Mary Marlowe defies her father's wishes to marry a British lord and runs away with clerk John Carlton as he heads West to make his fortune. Mary and John endure the difficult journey and settle into a small cabin, then face the hostilities of a cattle rustling gang, as well as the trag...

Cast

Mary Pickford

Mary Pickford

Mary Marlowe / Mary Carlton

Leslie Howard

Leslie Howard

John Carlton

C. Aubrey Smith

C. Aubrey Smith

William Marlowe

Blanche Friderici

Blanche Friderici

Martha Marlowe

Doris Lloyd

Doris Lloyd

Susan Channing

Herbert Evans

Herbert Evans

Lord Hurley

Ned Sparks

Ned Sparks

Sunshine

Allan Sears

Allan Sears

Jake Houser

Mona Maris

Mona Maris

Señora Lolita Martinez

Huntley Gordon

Huntley Gordon

William Carlton

Ethel Clayton

Ethel Clayton

Audrey Carlton

Bessie Barriscale

Bessie Barriscale

Susan Carlton

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Secrets (1933), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the 1860s, Mary Marlowe defies her father's wishes to marry a British lord and runs away with clerk John Carlton as he heads West to make his fortune. Mary and John endure the difficult journey and settle into a small cabin, then face the hostilities of a cattle rustling gang, as well as the tragic loss of their only son. With Mary's help, John defeats the gang, which propels him to political power that, over the years, gradually erodes the once-happy marriage.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Secrets. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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