Framed
Wrongfully court martialed from the French Army Captain Hilaire heads to Brazil. Upon arrival he is hired as a foreman in a Diamond mine eventually falling in love with the boss’s daughter, Diane. Remsen who wants both Hilaire’s job and Diane frames him for stealing from the company while Hilarie is away. Convicted, he is sent to a Devil's Island-like prison camp. Eventually, Remson, too is sent there, where he confesses on his death bed, freeing Hilaire.
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Plot Summary
A young lawyer, Jim (William Powell), is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must go on the run. He encounters a variety of characters and situations as he tries to clear his name and find the real culprit. Along the way, he also finds romance and learns valuable life lessons.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the late 1920s, "Framed" received moderate attention upon its release. Contemporary reviews often highlighted William Powell's performance and the film's engaging, albeit somewhat formulaic, plot. Its reception reflected the typical audience engagement with dramatic thrillers of the era, with some praising its pacing and others finding it predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for William Powell's charming and capable performance.
- The plot, while engaging, follows a familiar 'wrongfully accused' trope.
- A solid silent-era drama with moments of suspense and light romance.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for being an early starring role for William Powell before his extensive career in sound films and his later iconic roles as sophisticated characters.
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