The Shakedown Blu-ray
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Posted May 13, 2020 11:54 PM by Webmaster
Kino Lorber have detailed their upcoming Blu-ray release of William Wyler's film The Shakedown (1929), starring James Murray, Barbara Kent, George Kotsonaros, and Harry Gribbon. The release will be available for purchase on July 28.
Synopsis: Dave Roberts (James Murray) is a professional boxer better at losing in fixed matches than in knocking out his opponents. He turns up in towns and is part of a group who sets up corrupt boxing matches. Dave's life on the margins changes after he meets a mother and son. As he begins to care for them, he ultimately has to decide whether to continue in his low-life ways or turn the tables on those who have been forcing him to participate in them.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
Synopsis: Dave Roberts (James Murray) is a professional boxer better at losing in fixed matches than in knocking out his opponents. He turns up in towns and is part of a group who sets up corrupt boxing matches. Dave's life on the margins changes after he meets a mother and son. As he begins to care for them, he ultimately has to decide whether to continue in his low-life ways or turn the tables on those who have been forcing him to participate in them.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- NEW 4K RESTORATION OF THE FILM COMPLETED BY UNIVERSAL PICTURES
- Audio commentary by film critic Nick Pinkerton
- Booklet essay by film historian Nora Fiore
- Score by Michael Gatt
