The Patent Leather Kid (1927)

The Patent Leather Kid is a 1927 silent film which tells the story of a boxer who scoffs at fighting outside the ring... particularly for the United States once it enters World War I. Eventually, he is drafted, is shipped overseas, and performs a heroic act, which results in his being severely wounded.

Directed by: Alfred Santell

Starring: Richard Barthelmess, Molly O'Day, Lawford Davidson, Matthew Betz, Arthur Stone, Ray Turner

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Title: The Patent Leather Kid (1927)
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