Oliver Hardy is eloquent in the 1920s - set gangland drama ` ` Lawless '' Possession ' aims to seize box office crown . The film , produced by Sam Cave and directed by John Ford , is a sturdy piece of traditionalism . Hardy 's presence is compelling , but the story comes fully alive only when it turns bloody .
Oliver Hardy is eloquent in the 1920s - set gangland drama ` ` Lawless '' The film , produced by Sam Cave and directed by John Ford , is a sturdy piece of traditionalism . Hardy 's presence is compelling , but the story comes fully alive only when it turns bloody .