A Tragedy of the Cornish Coast

The film constructs its drama on a powerful visual contrast, juxtaposing the painterly, static shots of the harsh coastline with the frantic energy of the chase sequence. It relies entirely on the expressive force of its actors' gestures and the imposing natural scenery to convey a primal conflict between community and lawlessness.

What lingers after the final reel is the raw, elemental power of the landscape itself, which becomes the true protagonist of this moral tale. — MovieFinder Editorial