The Drag Net
Captain Timothy 'Two Gun' Nolan is appointed head of the New York detective force, and as his first act, rounds up every criminal in town. Gang boss 'Dapper' Frank Trent stands bail for all of them as independent minor gang-leader. Setting out to get Trent, Nolan moves in on his hideout, assisted by his friend 'Shakespeare.' Trent kills Shakespeare, but makes Nolan believe it is his shot that has done so. Nolan resigns his commission and becomes a drunk. Found unconscious by Trent, he is offered as the pièce de résistance at a gangland banquet which 'The Magpie' attends. A lost film.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1928 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Crime, Drama |
| Director | Josef von Sternberg |
| Runtime | 80 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
This silent film constructs a classic tale of a fall from grace, relying on the stark contrast between the forces of law and a ruthless underworld. It explores themes of guilt and manipulation through its straightforward crime drama narrative.
What lingers after the final reel is the stark portrayal of a hero broken by deceit. The lost status of the film adds a layer of mystery to its already grim urban legend. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Josef von Sternberg
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Watch as a rediscovered relic of Prohibition-era crime cinema, with the lights dimmed.
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