This is a tale inspired by the story of gambler Arnold Rothstein, who was murdered amid a great deal of publicity. In this story, Toomey is a California cardplayer who comes into town thinking his brother Powell is a stockbroker. Powell is really the notorious "Natural" Davis, a gambler of
some repute. Powell is having marital troubles and swears off gambling to take a second honeymoon with his wife. However, he decides to gamble once more to keep Toomey from following in his footsteps. Powell plays a crooked deal to break his brother, but others lose money in the game and vow to
gain revenge. The final scene has Powell, Toomey, and the doctor riding in the back of...
Released:
1930
Rated:
NR
Length:
76 mins