Painted Faces
“Laughs-Thrills-Tears In the Love Story of a Clown Acrobat Who Took a Heart Tumble.”
Synopsis
After a vaudeville performer is murdered backstage, framed-up evidence lead the police to arrest a troupe member. At his trial, Hermann, a Scandinavian clown known as Beppo, is the lone juror holding out against conviction and pleading for his innocence and acquittal.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 19, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert S. Rogell
- Original Title
- Painted Faces
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Tiffany-Stahl Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert S. Rogell
Department Leadership Roster
Albert S. Rogell
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Painted Faces
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Painted Faces about?
After a vaudeville performer is murdered backstage, framed-up evidence lead the police to arrest a troupe member. At his trial, Hermann, a Scandinavian clown known as Beppo, is the lone juror holding out against conviction and pleading for his innocence and acquittal.
Who directed Painted Faces?
Painted Faces was directed by Albert S. Rogell.
Who stars in Painted Faces?
The principal cast of Painted Faces includes Joe E. Brown, Helen Foster, Dorothy Gulliver, Richard Tucker, Purnell Pratt.
When was Painted Faces released and how long is it?
Painted Faces was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.