16 Jan 2020
(UN)Ideal Man
In a future in which human-like androids have become commonplace companions and servants, one, with a handsome male appearance, finds its owner's feelings difficult to understand and her desires impossible to fulfill.
Back Street
A story that will grip you with its powerful emotional appeal written by one of America's foremost novelists... A picture with an amazing cast of star players
A woman's love for and devotion to a married man results in her being relegated to the "back streets" of his life.
Top Billed Cast
Irene Dunne Ray Schmidt
John Boles Walter D. Saxel
George Meeker Kurt Shendler
Zasu Pitts Mrs. Dole
June Clyde Freda Schmidt
William Bakewell Richard Saxel
Arletta Duncan Beth Saxel
Doris Lloyd Corinne Saxel
Paul Weigel Adolph Schmidt
Jane Darwell Mrs. Adolph Schmidt
Shirley Grey Francine
James Donlan Profhero
Walter Catlett Bakeless
Robert McWade Uncle Felix
Gloria Stuart Young Woman (uncredited)
Betty Blythe Gossip (uncredited)
Symona Boniface Lady at Casino (uncredited)
Bob Burns Horsecar Driver (uncredited)
Jack Chefe Casino Onlooker (uncredited)
Rose Dione Minor Role (uncredited)
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