Father and Son

Father and Son

The Drama of a Scheming Woman Who Tried to Kill the Love Between a Father and his Son!

1929 · 67 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama

A phonograph recorder provides incriminating evidence in this mystery that centers upon a widower and his 10-year old child who receives it as a birthday present.

Directed by Erle C. Kenton · Written by Fanny Hatton

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