Straight Is the Way 1934
"A girl's love can make or break you!"
Paul Sloane's gritty 1934 drama *Straight Is the Way* plunges into the raw struggle of Benny Horowitz, a man fresh out of prison determined to leave his criminal past behind.
Director: Paul Sloane
Cast
Franchot Tone
Benny
May Robson
Mrs. Horowitz
Karen Morley
Bertha
Gladys George
Shirley
Nat Pendleton
Skippy
Jack La Rue
Monk
C. Henry Gordon
Sullivan
Raymond Hatton
Mendel
William Bakewell
Dr. Wilkes
John Qualen
Mr. Clapman (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Straight Is the Way (1934) about?
The film follows Benny Horowitz, freshly released from prison, as he tries to rebuild his life while battling his past. His ex-lover and former gangster friends stand in the way of his quest for a fresh start, forcing him to confront his choices and commitments.
Who directed Straight Is the Way?
Straight Is the Way was directed by Paul Sloane, a filmmaker known for his work in early Hollywood dramas.
Who stars in Straight Is the Way?
The film features Franchot Tone, May Robson, Karen Morley, Gladys George, and Nat Pendleton in key roles.
Is Straight Is the Way (1934) worth watching?
While not widely rated today, *Straight Is the Way* offers a compelling snapshot of 1930s pre-code drama with strong performances and moral complexity. Fans of early Hollywood romance and crime stories may find it a fascinating watch.
How long is Straight Is the Way?
The runtime of Straight Is the Way is 59 minutes.
About Straight Is the Way (1934) — A Gritty Pre-Code Drama of Redemption and Love
Paul Sloane's gritty 1934 drama *Straight Is the Way* plunges into the raw struggle of Benny Horowitz, a man fresh out of prison determined to leave his criminal past behind. The path forward isn't easy, especially with his ex-lover pulling him back into a world of temptation and his old gangster associates waiting to reel him in. This hard-hitting romance-drama explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the weight of second chances, all wrapped in the tense atmosphere of a 59-minute narrative packed with moral dilemmas.
With a stellar ensemble cast led by Franchot Tone and May Robson, *Straight Is the Way* delivers a story that's as much about the choices we make as it is about the people who shape them. The film's emotional core lies in its portrayal of Benny's fight to stay on the straight and narrow, where love and loyalty become both his greatest ally and his most dangerous enemy.
