The Foghorn
The Foghorn

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The Foghorn

1934
Movie
94 min
Japanese

Chiyokichi, a young man, hates Cooper, a white man who looks down on the Japanese. Chiyokichi picks Cooper’s pocket and is caught. He is brought to Cooper’s house and becomes his slave, and a riveting tale of passion, hatred, and revenge unfolds.

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Director: George B. SeitzGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young man, down on his luck and facing ruin, is drawn into a dangerous scheme by a seductive woman. He becomes involved in a smuggling operation orchestrated by a ruthless criminal. The story follows his struggle to escape the clutches of the criminals and find redemption, all while dealing with a complicated romantic entanglement.

Critical Reception

Contemporary reviews for 'The Foghorn' were mixed, with many critics finding the plot somewhat predictable but praising the performances of the lead actors, particularly Gloria Stuart. Its reception was largely overshadowed by other, more prominent releases of the era, and it is not widely remembered today.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for Gloria Stuart's compelling performance.

  • Criticism for a formulaic and predictable narrative.

  • Appreciation for the film's attempt at a dramatic, suspenseful tone.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'The Foghorn (1934)' is not readily available due to its age and limited public distribution.

Fun Fact

While 'The Foghorn' itself is not a widely recognized film, its star, Gloria Stuart, would later achieve significant fame for her role as the elderly Rose DeWitt Bukater in the 1997 blockbuster 'Titanic'.

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