Asphalt (Blu-ray)

A by-the-book traffic cop (Gustav Fröhlich) catches a beautiful jewel thief (Betty Amann) in the act and, in the process of escorting her to the local police station, begins to fall prey to the seductive lady criminal's charms. Boasting elaborate sets from the designer who created Fritz Lang's "Metropolis" as well as lavish cinematography, this psychological silent melodrama from Germany also stars Else Heller and Hans Albers. 94 min. Standard; Soundtrack: music score; audio commentary. Silent with music score.

Starring: Albert Steinruck, Else Heller, Gustav Froehlich, Betty Amann, Hans Adalbert von Schlettow, Hans Albers, Arthur Duarte, Paul Hörbiger, Trude Lieske, Karl Platen, Rosa Valetti, Hermann Vallentin, Kurt Vespermann

Rating: NR