The Skin Game
The Skin Game

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The Skin Game

1931
Movie
82 min
English

An old traditional family and a modern family battle over land in a small English village.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: A.E. ColebyGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A wealthy industrialist is determined to acquire the ancestral home of a struggling aristocratic family. He employs ruthless tactics to achieve his goal, leading to a complex web of social and financial maneuvering. The film explores themes of class struggle and the moral compromises made in the pursuit of wealth and status.

Critical Reception

As an early sound film from Britain, 'The Skin Game' was noted for its dramatic storytelling and performances. While not a widely discussed film today, contemporary reviews likely appreciated its engagement with social issues and its suspenseful plot, typical of melodramas of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling drama and exploration of social class.

  • Noted for strong performances that drive the narrative.

  • A well-crafted melodrama that engages with contemporary issues.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this film is not readily available due to its age.

Fun Fact

This film is an adaptation of a 1920 stage play of the same name by John Galsworthy.

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