The Port of Missing Girls
The Port of Missing Girls

The Port of Missing Girls

1928Movie80 minEnglish

Neglected by her moneyed parents and disillusioned with her boyfriend Buddie Larkins, vocalist Ruth King joins a school for stage and fancy dancing, thus playing into the hands of DeLeon, ....

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Director: Irvin WillatGenres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling to make ends meet, takes a job on a freighter. She soon finds herself entangled in a dangerous mystery involving smuggling, murder, and a powerful syndicate. As she navigates the treacherous waters and the darker side of the city, she must rely on her wits and courage to survive and uncover the truth.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1928, contemporary reviews are scarce and difficult to access. However, its genre elements suggest it was likely viewed as a melodramatic thriller typical of the era. Its status as a lost film means modern critical reception is largely non-existent, though it's remembered for its cast members who later achieved greater fame.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is now considered a lost silent film, making direct critical consensus unavailable.
  • Its cast, including Evelyn Brent and a young Carole Lombard, is notable.
  • Likely a typical melodrama/thriller of its time, focusing on suspense and romantic entanglements.

Google audience: Due to its status as a lost film, there are no available audience reviews or summaries from Google.

Fun Fact

The film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making it impossible to view.

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