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At Bay
In his crusade against the city’s gambling houses District Attorney Graham runs afoul of lawyer Judson Flagg who owns a notorious joint. Trying to deflect Graham, Flagg introduces his aide Joe Hunter to the D.A.’s daughter Aline. The slick Hunter convinces Aline to marry in secret. When Hunter shots Graham during a raid he extorts a necklace from Aline by confessing their marriage is a sham arranged to politically harm her father and threatening exposure. Hunter flees but Flagg attempts to put the girl in a compromising position, but she is saved in the nick of time.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy young woman, Marion Thorne, is drawn into a dangerous world when she becomes entangled with a jewel thief. She finds herself a suspect in a daring robbery and must work with a determined detective to clear her name and expose the true culprit before she is apprehended.
Critical Reception
As an early silent film, "At Bay" was likely appreciated for its suspenseful plot and the performances of its cast within the context of its time. Surviving contemporary reviews are scarce, but it is recognized as an early example of detective and crime genre filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intricate plot and suspenseful pacing.
Lauded for Alice Brady's compelling performance as a woman in peril.
Recognized as an early example of effective crime drama filmmaking.
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Fun Fact
"At Bay" is considered a lost film, meaning no complete prints are known to exist today, making any detailed critical analysis challenging.
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