Capital Punishment (1925)

Capital Punishment (1925) is a silent drama directed by James P. Hogan, focusing on the controversial topic of the death penalty. The film follows a young man wrongfully accused of murder and sentenced to death, highlighting the potential flaws in the justice system. This early cinematic work serves as a critique of capital punishment and remains a significant piece in the history of social issue films.

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