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The Calling of Dan Matthews (1935)

"AMERICA'S ACE HERO...Turning the world upside down"

3.019351h 7mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by Phil Rosen

Rating

3.0/10

Runtime

1h 7m

Language

EN

Release

December 10, 1935

Director

Phil Rosen

Overview

Dan Matthews (Richard Arlen), a young parson, is in love with Hope Strong (Charlotte Wynters), the daughter of James B. Strong ('FRederick Burton'), a man who controls the town with his real estate and business interests. Strong is an upstanding citizen who has fallen into the hands of a clever rack...

Cast

Richard Arlen

Richard Arlen

Dan Matthews

Charlotte Wynters

Charlotte Wynters

Hope Strong

Douglass Dumbrille

Douglass Dumbrille

Jeff Hardy

Mary Kornman

Mary Kornman

Kitty Marley

Donald Cook

Donald Cook

Frank Blair

Frederick Burton

Frederick Burton

James B. Strong

Lee Moran

Lee Moran

Hypo

Tom Dugan

Tom Dugan

Herman

Edward McWade

Edward McWade

Lawyer Partington

Carlyle Blackwell Jr.

Carlyle Blackwell Jr.

Tommy

Oscar Apfel

Oscar Apfel

District Attorney (uncredited)

Edward Biby

Edward Biby

Jerry - Headwaiter (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Calling of Dan Matthews (1935), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Dan Matthews (Richard Arlen), a young parson, is in love with Hope Strong (Charlotte Wynters), the daughter of James B. Strong ('FRederick Burton'), a man who controls the town with his real estate and business interests. Strong is an upstanding citizen who has fallen into the hands of a clever racketeer, Jeff Hardy (Douglass Dumbrille), who acts as Strong's manager of some innocent-appearing amusement places that are really secret dens of vice.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Calling of Dan Matthews. 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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