MORE STARTLING THAN THE BOOK!
After a love affair ending in an abortion, a young prison reformer submerges herself in her work. She then falls for a controversial and married judge and scandal looms again.
Russell Spaulding
The film's tagline is: "MORE STARTLING THAN THE BOOK!"
The runtime is 76 minutes (1h 16m).
The film was directed by John Cromwell.
The screenplay was written by Jane Murfin.
The score was composed by Roy Webb.
Cinematography was handled by Edward Cronjager.
The film features a large ensemble cast of over 52 credited actors.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0023759.
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Average
12 votes
Ann Vickers
Released
English
United States of America
