Frozen River

Name: Frozen River
Director: F. Harmon Weight
Genre: Adventure, Family
Released: 1929-01-01
Duration: 61 min
Cast: Davey Lee, Raymond McKee, Nina Quartero, Josef Swickard, Frank Campeau

1929Dir. F. Harmon Weight1h 1m

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About This Movie

Frozen River is a fascinating piece from 1929, showcasing Rin Tin Tin's transition to sound. The film's atmosphere is quite tense, with some solid practical effects for its time, bringing the harsh elements to life. Rinty’s performance is charming, of course, and you can see how much the audience adored him. The pacing might feel a bit slow by today’s standards, but it really serves the adventure tone. This film captures early Hollywood's attempts to blend action with family-friendly themes, and it's interesting to see how they crafted the villains – not just your typical goons. It’s a unique slice of cinema history, especially for those who appreciate canine stars.

Released by Warner Bros. in 1929First all-talking film featuring Rin Tin TinDirected by F. Harmon WeightSilent film transition to sound era