Name: The World Gone Mad Director: Christy Cabanne Studio: Majestic Pictures Starring: Pat O’Brien, Evelyn Brent, Neil Hamilton, Louis Calhern Release Date: April 10, 1933 Runtime: 68 minutes Format: Black-and-White, 35mm Country: United States Language: English Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery --- Summary: The World Gone Mad centers on the corruption and intrigue surrounding Wall Street during the early 1930s. When a district attorney investigating financial fraud is mysteriously murdered, newspaperman Pat O’Brien and socialite Evelyn Brent become entangled in uncovering the truth. Their pursuit of justice leads them through a web of deceit, double-crosses, and high-stakes power struggles among financiers. The film reflects both the dangers of unchecked greed and the courage of those willing to expose it. --- Background: Produced by Majestic Pictures, one of the more ambitious “Poverty Row” studios, the film was released during the Great Depression when public frustration with financial institutions was at a peak. Director Christy Cabanne, a prolific filmmaker from the silent era, crafted a fast-paced drama that blended topical social commentary with the conventions of a crime thriller. Featuring Pat O’Brien before his rise at Warner Bros. and Evelyn Brent, who had transitioned from silent stardom, the film represents the resourcefulness of smaller studios competing with Hollywood’s major players. --- Trivia: * The movie was released in the wake of the 1929 stock market crash, tapping into widespread distrust of bankers and financiers. * Pat O’Brien’s role foreshadowed the tough, straight-talking characters he would later play in Warner Bros. films. * Evelyn Brent, once a leading lady in silent cinema, was cast in a prominent role as her career adjusted to the sound era. * Majestic Pictures often specialized in borrowing stars whose careers were in transition, giving them a showcase in modest productions. * The World Gone Mad is now in the public domain, making it accessible to modern audiences through various classic film collections. --- Hashtags: \#TheWorldGoneMad #PatOBrien #EvelynBrent #NeilHamilton #LouisCalhern #ClassicCrimeDrama #PreCodeHollywood #MajesticPictures #1930sCinema #PublicDomainFilm