LAST MILE, THE(1932)
In the set: 100 Greatest Mystery Classics

One of the most depressing movies that I've
ever watched!! I believe this was a statement
against capital punishment! F

A review from IMDb.com:

"The Last Mile" is an interesting melodrama
set on death row. While it is not entirely
credible, and is often heavy-handed, the
characters are memorable, and there is a
lot of tense action.

The story begins with Richard Walters (Howard
Phillips) being condemned to death for a murder
that he claims not to have committed. He is
sent to death row, and not long after he gets
acquainted with the other inmates, a riot
breaks out, led by the brutal killer Mears.
Walters gets enmeshed in violent events even
as his friends on the outside are frantically
trying to gather evidence of his innocence.
Most of the developments lack believability,
and are rather obviously forced, but the story
is undeniably dramatic. Once involved, you will
have to watch it to the end.

While imperfect and low-budget, this is an
interesting film that will keep your attention
if you start to watch it. - Snow Leopard