Don't Talk
“Even a whisper may get to Hitler”
Synopsis
This Crime Does Not Pay series entry dramatizes the idea that during wartime, people should not discuss anything related to their work when in public. A casual remark can be overheard by an enemy agent and used to sabotage the war effort. In this short, the story involves shipments of parts to a defense plant.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 28, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph M. Newman
- Original Title
- Don't Talk
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph M. Newman
Jackson Rose
Harry Komer
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph M. Newman
Director
Jackson Rose
Director of Photography
Harry Komer
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Don't Talk
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What is Don't Talk about?
This Crime Does Not Pay series entry dramatizes the idea that during wartime, people should not discuss anything related to their work when in public. A casual remark can be overheard by an enemy agent and used to sabotage the war effort. In this short, the story involves shipments of parts to a defense plant.
Who directed Don't Talk?
Don't Talk was directed by Joseph M. Newman.
Who stars in Don't Talk?
The principal cast of Don't Talk includes Donald Douglas, Gloria Holden, Barry Nelson, Harry Worth, Mark Daniels.
When was Don't Talk released and how long is it?
Don't Talk was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 22m.