Cast
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Sarah Padden
as Aggie Specks
Otis Harlan
as Henry Jones
Gloria Shea
as April Specks Moorehouse
Edmund Breese
as Attorney for the Defense
Larry Kent
as George Robinson
Mae Busch
as Mrs. Ruth Howard
Walter Long
as Joe Kummer
William V. Mong
as Elias Moorehouse
Robert Ellis
as District Attorney
Tom Ricketts
as Williams
Isabel Withers
as Wanda Wolf
John Hyams
as Walter Robinson
Jane Darwell
as Mrs. Walter Robinson
Dewey Robinson
as Gregory Howard
Donald Kirke
as Alvin Thompson
Crew
Director
- Richard Thorpe
Producer
- George R. Batcheller
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Women Won't Tell 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 Richard Thorpe 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 1932, 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 Women Won't Tell took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 67 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 87 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 2479 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1932, 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: November 16, 1932
- Runtime: 1h 7m