What types of relationships exist in Speakeasy?

Speakeasy features 10 relationships including Conflict Antagonist, Professional Subject, Social Underworld Associate, Romantic Love Interest, Social Guardian — all analyzed by AI.

How are characters connected in Speakeasy?

The 7 characters in Speakeasy form a network of alliances, conflicts, and complex dynamics. Explore the interactive relationship map to see how each character connects.

Speakeasy (1929) Character Relationships & Connections Map

Name: Speakeasy
Genre: action, drama
Released: 1929
Rating: 6
Cast: Paul Page, Lola Lane, Sharon Lynn, Henry B. Walthall, Helen Ware

Character Relationships in Speakeasy

Paul Martin (played by Paul Page) is a protagonist in Speakeasy. College-educated middleweight boxing champion. Initially weary and planning to retire after losing his title, he is manipulated by his crooked manager. Sincere journalist Alice Woods exposes the fix, restoring his pride. He fights back fiercely to reclaim the championship, ultimately securing a new life alongside her. Alice Woods (played by Lola Lane) appears in Speakeasy. Spirited young newspaper reporter. Persuades her editor to assign her to interview boxer Paul Martin. She investigates his crooked manager, uncovers the betting fix, and helps Martin regain his pride and confidence. After being abducted by the manager, she witnesses and inspires Martin's victorious knockout, ultimately redeeming him from corruption. Mazie (played by Sharon Lynn) appears in Speakeasy. Sultry café singer performing at the underground speakeasy. Known for her flirtatious manner and fickle affections, she provides entertainment for the mobsters and gamblers. By the story's end, she simply moves on to her next romantic conquest, unaffected by the central drama. Cannon Delmont (played by Warren Hymer) appears in Speakeasy. Crooked boxing manager and racketeer who controls Paul Martin and protects underground speakeasies. He harbors an inappropriate interest in Alice, resents her investigation, and orchestrates a betting fix. To sideline her, he kidnaps and locks Alice away, but is ultimately shot and killed by the speakeasy pianist. Min (played by Helen Ware) appears in Speakeasy. Tempestuous and sharp-tongued hostess who runs the underground speakeasy disguised as a telephone booth. Initially loyal to the crooked manager, she sympathizes with Alice, warns the pianist of the kidnapping plot, and helps Alice escape. Chastened by the events, she continues running the establishment with a subdued demeanor. Cy Williams (played by Stuart Erwin) appears in Speakeasy. Fellow newspaper reporter and Alice's partner on the assignment. Known for his sluggish, deadpan wit, he provides a dry, comic counterpoint to Alice's spirited determination throughout the investigation and remains present to offer his wry commentary at the conclusion. City editor (played by Erville Alderson) appears in Speakeasy. Irate New York daily newspaper city editor. Initially threatens to fire a bungling staff reporter, but is persuaded by Alice Woods to give her a chance to pursue an exclusive boxing story.

Character Relationship Map: Speakeasy

Speakeasy (1929) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.

Characters

Paul Martin (played by Paul Page) — protagonist
College-educated middleweight boxing champion. Initially weary and planning to retire after losing his title, he is manipulated by his crooked manager. Sincere journalist Alice Woods exposes the fix,...
Alice Woods (played by Lola Lane) — supporting
Spirited young newspaper reporter. Persuades her editor to assign her to interview boxer Paul Martin. She investigates his crooked manager, uncovers the betting fix, and helps Martin regain his pride...
Mazie (played by Sharon Lynn) — supporting
Sultry café singer performing at the underground speakeasy. Known for her flirtatious manner and fickle affections, she provides entertainment for the mobsters and gamblers. By the story's end, she si...
Cannon Delmont (played by Warren Hymer) — supporting
Crooked boxing manager and racketeer who controls Paul Martin and protects underground speakeasies. He harbors an inappropriate interest in Alice, resents her investigation, and orchestrates a betting...
Min (played by Helen Ware) — supporting
Tempestuous and sharp-tongued hostess who runs the underground speakeasy disguised as a telephone booth. Initially loyal to the crooked manager, she sympathizes with Alice, warns the pianist of the ki...
Cy Williams (played by Stuart Erwin) — supporting
Fellow newspaper reporter and Alice's partner on the assignment. Known for his sluggish, deadpan wit, he provides a dry, comic counterpoint to Alice's spirited determination throughout the investigati...
City editor (played by Erville Alderson) — supporting
Irate New York daily newspaper city editor. Initially threatens to fire a bungling staff reporter, but is persuaded by Alice Woods to give her a chance to pursue an exclusive boxing story.

Key Relationships

Cannon Delmont → Cy Williams (Conflict Antagonist)
Paul Martin → Cy Williams (Professional Subject)
Mazie → Cannon Delmont (Social Underworld Associate)
Paul Martin → Alice Woods (Romantic Love Interest)
Min → Alice Woods (Social Guardian)
Cannon Delmont → Min (Power Boss)
Cannon Delmont → Alice Woods (Conflict Unwanted Suitor)
Paul Martin → Cannon Delmont (Professional Manager)
Alice Woods → Cy Williams (Alliance Teammate)
Alice Woods → City editor (Professional Supervisor)

Story Analysis

A journalist uncovers boxing corruption, leading to a sacrificial confrontation and ultimate championship redemption.

Plot Progression

Newsroom Ambition & Garden Defeat
Underground Secrets & Shifting Loyalties
Abduction & Grim Sacrifice
Ringside Redemption & New Dawn

Directed by Benjamin Stoloff

Speakeasy (1929) · 6/10 · action, drama