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A young business man (James Mason) is being duped by business swindlers but his gaol bird father is determined to save him.
When a wealthy man's son falls for a woman with a past, he finds himself caught between loyalty to his family and his heart. The woman, previously involved with a criminal, tries to escape her history and build a new life. However, her past soon catches up, threatening her new relationship and the man she loves.
Twice Branded was a typical melodrama of its era, receiving a generally lukewarm reception from critics who found its plot predictable but acknowledged its competent direction and performances. Audiences of the time likely appreciated the romantic drama and the moral quandaries presented.
A predictable but well-acted melodrama.
The film offers standard romantic drama with a touch of suspense.
Lacks originality but is a decent example of pre-Code era storytelling.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film from 1936 is not readily available. However, films of this genre and era typically appealed to audiences seeking emotional stories and clear moral conflicts.
The film was one of the last features directed by Christy Cabanne for a major studio before he moved to smaller B-picture productions.
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Ostensibly, a moral tale, about a man being released from prison, after a long spell for fraud, returning to his family, this has a subversive streak of comedy running through it. Rendell’s family pretends he is his brother, recently return...