Ronald Quayle escapes from prison. He was sent there for murdering his father, based on the testimony of his stepmother, Caroline.


Is this thing worth a watch? Look, if you’re a fan of early talkies or just a completist for Bette Davis, go ahead. It’s a quick 60 minutes. But if you’re looking for a smooth, modern thriller, you’re gonna be bored to tears. It feels like a stage play that someone forgot to take off the stage. It’s definitely not for...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

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"Is this thing worth a watch? Look, if you’re a fan of early talkies or just a completist for Bette Davis, go ahead. It’s a quick 60 minutes. But if you’re looking for a smooth, modern thriller, you’re gonna be bored to tears. It feels like a stage play that someone forgot to take off the stage. It’s definitely not for anyone who needs high-octane pacing. This movie moves like it’s walking through wet cement. Yet, there’s something oddly charming about how earnest it all is. The Setup Ronald Qu..."
Roy Chanslor, Charles Logue, Edgar Wallace
United States

