Overview
Jeremy Dice, a finisher in a New York East Side tailor shop who prides himself on being a smart dresser and dancer, proves to be cowardly when he retreats from a bully who gets fresh with his girl, and his employer discharges him. Deciding to go out west, Jeremy is caught hitching the rails and come...
Cast
Raymond Hatton
Jeremy Dice
Virginia Valli
Mary Welling
Will Walling
Sheriff Lawrence
Shannon Day
Dorothy Petwell
J. Gordon Russell
Bronc Lewis
W.H. Bainbridge
Henry Welling
Virginia Madison
Mrs. Welling
Fred Kohler
Arizona Pete
Dudley Hendricks
Dr. Farley
Jack Curtis
Lew Shaler
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into His Back Against the Wall (1922), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
Jeremy Dice, a finisher in a New York East Side tailor shop who prides himself on being a smart dresser and dancer, proves to be cowardly when he retreats from a bully who gets fresh with his girl, and his employer discharges him. Deciding to go out west, Jeremy is caught hitching the rails and comes upon two outlaws in the desert disputing over booty; they are both killed in a shoot-out, and Jeremy is proclaimed a hero by the sheriff.....
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of His Back Against the Wall. 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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