Cast
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Conrad Nagel
as Charley 'Beauty' Steele
Loretta Young
as Rosalie Evantural
Fred Kohler
as Joseph Portugais
William Janney
as Billy Wantage
Snitz Edwards
as Luis Trudel
George C. Pearce
as The Cure
Halliwell Hobbes
as The Siegneur
Olive Tell
as Kathleen
Brandon Hurst
as Crown Attorney
Harry Cording
as Rouge's Henchman
Yola d'Avril
as Suzette
Emmett King
as (uncredited)
Crew
Director
- Frank Lloyd
Writer
- Gilbert Parker
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Right of Way examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Frank Lloyd brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1930, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Right of Way took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 68 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 107 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 165 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1930, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 11, 1930
- Runtime: 1h 8m