High Voltage
High Voltage

High Voltage

1929Movie63 minEnglish

A busload of passengers gets stranded in a snowstorm and take refuge in an abandoned church, where they run into a mysterious man who may be on the run from the law.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Arvid G. EricksonGenres: Silent, Drama

Plot Summary

In this early sound film, a young woman working as a telegraph operator is caught between a corrupt businessman and a drifter with a mysterious past. The businessman attempts to extort money from her, while the drifter appears to be hiding something that could endanger her. The narrative unfolds as she navigates these dangerous relationships, trying to protect herself and uncover the truth.

Critical Reception

High Voltage is considered a minor film from the early days of sound cinema. While it features Fay Wray, who would later gain fame for 'King Kong', her role here is less prominent. The film is noted for its technical advancements at the time but is generally seen as a standard melodrama with a predictable plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • A technically interesting early sound film.
  • Features a young Fay Wray in a less-than-memorable role.
  • A conventional melodrama with a familiar plot.

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Fun Fact

Although often listed as a silent film due to its limited release and technical status at the time, 'High Voltage' was one of the earliest feature films to experiment with synchronized sound sequences, primarily for its musical score and some dialogue.

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