A young woman is framed and sent to prison for a crime she didn't commit. When she is released, she sets out to take her revenge on those responsible.
Is Shadow of the Law a silent classic that demands your attention today? Short answer: yes, but primarily as a showcase for a raw, pre-superstardom Clara Bow rather than for its somewhat predictable revenge plot.This film is for enthusiasts of silent-era social dramas and those who want to see the 'It Girl' before she ...
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"Is Shadow of the Law a silent classic that demands your attention today? Short answer: yes, but primarily as a showcase for a raw, pre-superstardom Clara Bow rather than for its somewhat predictable revenge plot.This film is for enthusiasts of silent-era social dramas and those who want to see the 'It Girl' before she was a caricature of flapper culture; it is not for viewers who require the fast-paced, high-octane narrative beats of modern vigilante cinema.The Verdict on Shadow of the Law1) Thi..."
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