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Murder In Harlem (1935) | Criteria

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Murder In Harlem

English • 1935 • 1h 35m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Crime Drama Mystery

Synopsis

A Black night watchman at a chemical factory finds the body of a murdered white woman. After reporting it, he finds himself accused of the murder.

Included in
February 2023
Position 22
Included in
Oscar Micheaux: Trailblazer
Position 9

Credits

Crew

DirectorOscar Micheaux

WriterOscar Micheaux

CinematographerCharles Levine

ProducerOscar Micheaux, Alice B. Russell

Cast

Clarence Brooksas Henry Glory

Laura Bowmanas Mrs. Epps

Dorothy Van Engleas Claudia Vance

Andrew Bishopas Anthony Brisbane

Alec Lovejoyas Lem Hawkins

as The Catbird

Alice B. Russellas Mrs. Vance

Eunice Wilsonas Singer / vamp

Lorenzo McClaneas Arthur Vance

Oscar Micheauxas Second detective (uncredited)

'Slick' Chesteras Detective

Clarence Williamsas Band leader