Handcuffs or Kisses(1921)
"A wonderful story of an innocent orphan girl sent to a reform school for the guilt of her cousin. What the reform school did to her is very true of many of our present day reformatories."
Handcuffs or Kisses Synopsis
Orphan Lois Walton is treated unkindly by her aunt, who has her placed in a reformatory. She and the other inmates are badly abused but are afraid to complain, and she remains silent after a riot is subdued. She arouses the sympathy of Peter Madison, a lawyer who conducts an investigation.
Handcuffs or Kisses (1921) is a drama film directed by George Archainbaud, released on September 5, 1921 with a runtime of 1h. It stars Elaine Hammerstein, Julia Swayne Gordon, Robert Ellis and Alison Skipworth. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- George Archainbaud
- Writers:
- Lewis Allen Browne, Thomas Edgelow
- Cinematographer:
- Jules Cronjager
- Production:
- Selznick Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Handcuffs or Kisses Cast & Crew
Main cast
Elaine Hammerstein
as Lois Walton
Julia Swayne Gordon
as Mrs. Walton
Robert Ellis
as Peter Madison
Alison Skipworth
as Miss Strodd
George Lessey
as Elias Pratt
Ronald Colman
as Lodyard
- Dorothy Chappell
Dorothy Chappell
as Violet
Florence Billings
as Miss Dell
- Ronald Schabel
Ronald Schabel
as Leo Carstairs
Key crew
Directed by George Archainbaud, written by Lewis Allen Browne and Thomas Edgelow.
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Handcuffs or Kisses Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Who stars in Handcuffs or Kisses?
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The main cast of Handcuffs or Kisses (1921) includes Elaine Hammerstein, Julia Swayne Gordon, Robert Ellis, Alison Skipworth and George Lessey. The film was directed by George Archainbaud. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Handcuffs or Kisses released?
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Handcuffs or Kisses was released on September 5, 1921 and runs for 1h.
Is Handcuffs or Kisses worth watching?
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Handcuffs or Kisses (1921) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.