The Woman Condemned (La mujer condenada)

Barbara Hammond is forced by a judge to get married with Jerry Beall, a young newspaper reporter. When she is accused of murdering a female radio-star, he sets out to prove her innocence. After a series of unexpected events, it will be revealed how dangerous jumping to conclusions can result. The film, after denouncing the misogyny of the judiciary, delivers a plea for women’s empowerment and independence.

 Dorothy Davenport (March 13, 1895 – October 12, 1977) was an American actress, screenwriter, film director and producer who began her career as an actress in the 1910’s. Her film style is characterised by a realistic approach and an emotional narrative and is recognized for addressing social and controversial issues in her films. Davenport was a pioneer and her work helped to pave the way for women in the film industry.

Series organized in collaboration with the Fundación Consejo España-EEUU.

Director: Dorothy Davenport (USA), (billed as Mrs. Wallace Reid)

Genre: Fiction

Country of production: USA 

Year of production: 1934

Running time: 66’

Language: English. OV with Spanish subtitles

Cast: Claudia Dell, Lola Lane, Richard Hemingway

Production: Willis Kent

Screenwriter:  Willis Kent

Director of photography: James Diamond

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