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In the early 20th century, respected French surgeon Dr. Charles Gaudet is sentenced to ten years imprisonment to the infamous French penal colony on Devil's Island for treating Gustave LeBrun, a fugitive revolutionary.
Devil's Island: Directed by William Clemens. With Boris Karloff, Nedda Harrigan, James Stephenson, Adia Kuznetzoff. Unjustly condemned to Devil's Island and condemned to death, Dr. Gaudet's life is spared when his surgical skills save the life of the commandant's daughter.
- (674)
- Drama, Thriller
- William Clemens
- 1939-01-07
Devil's Island (1939) - Turner Classic Movies. 1h 2m 1939. Overview. Synopsis. Credits. Photos & Videos. Film Details. Articles & Reviews. Notes. Brief Synopsis. A surgeon unjustly sent to Devil's Island fights to survive harsh treatment. Cast & Crew. Read More. William Clemens. Director. Boris Karloff. Dr. Charles Gaudet. Nedda Harrington.
- William Clemens, John Langan, Arthur Lueker
- Boris Karloff
For treating a wounded revolutionary, respected brain surgeon Dr. Gaudet is sentenced to the hellish French penal colony on Devil's Island. There, he rebels against the inhuman conditions and incurs the wrath of the brutal commander, Colonel Lucien.
The film is a gripping drama that highlights the inhuman conditions of early 20th-century penal colonies while showcasing the indomitable spirit of one man. For fans of Karloff and classic cinema alike, Devil's Island is a compelling and thought-provoking watch.
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- Warner Bros. Pictures
- William Clemens
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Jul 12, 2011 · Dr. Gaudet is a famed brain surgeon who simply out of his professional obligations, helps give medical care to a traitor. For this he is sentenced and sent to a term of hard labor on Devil’s Island, the notorious French prison island.
