Behind Prison Walls (1943)
A reworking of a familiar theme, the story finds scheming steel tycoon James J. MacGlennon (Tully Marshall) and his high-minded lawyer son Jonathan (Alan Baxter) simultaneously ending up behind bars. While incarcerated, Jonathan tries to mend his larcenous father's ways, thereby drawing closer to his not-so-bad dad.
Director: Steve Sekely
Genre: Drama, Crime
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: March 22, 1943
Cast
- Alan Baxter - Jonathan MacGlennon
- Gertrude Michael - Elinor Cantwell
- Tully Marshall - James J. MacGlennon
- Edwin Maxwell - Percy Webb
- Jacqueline Dalya - Mimi
- Paul Everton - Warden
Screenplay
- W.A. Ullman Jr. (Story)
- Van Norcross (Screenplay)
Production: PRC
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Prison Brutality and Inmate Suffering, Estranged Father's Letter and Fate, Brutal Prison Drama, Prison Riot and Anarchy
Keywords
prison, father
More Films by Director: Steve Sekely
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Behind Prison Walls about?
- A reworking of a familiar theme, the story finds scheming steel tycoon James J. MacGlennon (Tully Marshall) and his high-minded lawyer son Jonathan (Alan Baxter) simultaneously ending up behind bars. While incarcerated, Jonathan tries to mend his larcenous father's ways, thereby drawing closer to his not-so-bad dad.
- Who directed Behind Prison Walls?
- Behind Prison Walls was directed by Steve Sekely.
- Who stars in Behind Prison Walls?
- Behind Prison Walls stars Alan Baxter, Gertrude Michael, Tully Marshall, Edwin Maxwell, Jacqueline Dalya, Paul Everton.
- How long is Behind Prison Walls?
- Behind Prison Walls has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is Behind Prison Walls?
- Behind Prison Walls is a Drama, Crime film.
- Where was Behind Prison Walls produced?
- Behind Prison Walls was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Behind Prison Walls?
- The themes of Behind Prison Walls include: Prison Brutality and Inmate Suffering, Estranged Father's Letter and Fate, Brutal Prison Drama, Prison Riot and Anarchy.