A Free Soul
Plot
An alcoholic lawyer who successfully defended a notorious gambler on a murder charge objects when his free-spirited daughter becomes romantically involved with him.
About A Free Soul
A Free Soul is a 1931 American pre-Code drama film directed by Clarence Brown, starring Norma Shearer, and featuring Leslie Howard, Lionel Barrymore, James Gleason, and Clark Gable. The film became famous for Barrymore's climactic courtroom monologue, and he won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance. Gable made such an impression in the role of a gangster who bullies Shearer that he was catapulted from supporting player to leading man.
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Cast
Norma ShearerJan Ashe
Leslie HowardDwight Winthrop
Lionel BarrymoreStephen Ashe
Clark GableAce Wilfong
James GleasonEddie
Lucy BeaumontGrandma Ashe
Roscoe AtesMan Shot at in Men's Room (uncredited)
Ann BrodyHamburger Saleslady (uncredited)
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