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The Letter is an American pre-Code dramatic film directed by Jean de Limur and released by Paramount Pictures. It was the first full-sound feature shot at Astoria Studios, Queens, New York City. A silent version of the film was also released. The film stars stage actress Jeanne Eagels in her penultimate role and O.P. Heggie.
- the play The Letter, by W. Somerset Maugham
- Monta Bell
The Letter: Directed by Jean de Limur. With Jeanne Eagels, Reginald Owen, Herbert Marshall, Irene Browne. Jeanne Eagels plays the bored and restless Leslie Crosbie who turns to another man, Geoffrey Hammond (Herbert Marshall) for attention when neglected by her husband Robert (Reginald Owen).
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- Drama
- Jean de Limur
- 1929-09-07
The Letter movie synopsis: In Malaya, a British plantation owner’s wife (Jeanne Eagels) shoots her lover (Herbert Marshall) multiple times. In court, she justifies her trigger-happiness by blaming the deceased, accusing him of attempted rape.
- Andre Soares
The Letter (1929) - Turner Classic Movies. Overview. Synopsis. Credits. Photos & Videos. Film Details. Awards. Articles & Reviews. Trivia. Notes. Brief Synopsis. A planter's wife shoots a neighbor, but tells conflicting stories of what happened. Cast & Crew. Read More. Jean De Limur. Director. Jeanne Eagels. Leslie Crosbie. O. P. Heggie. Joyce.