Mary Ann in Society (1917)
Mary Ann is the daughter of a washerwoman, who washes for Mrs. Wainwright. Her daughter, Geraldine, decides that she will bring a little sunshine into the lives of the poor and begins with Mary Ann. She invites her to spend the afternoon. First she puts her in a riding habit and makes her ride a horse. Mary Ann stands it as long as she can. Then she rebels and her clothes are changed to a frock and half socks which embarrass her much. She has a horrid time till she sees a man with a hose. She takes it away from him and proceeds to enjoy herself. They all try to get it away from her and everyone is soaked. Mary Ann goes home determined to do without "sunshine."
Director: Ruth Stonehouse
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 14 min
Release Date: May 24, 1917
Cast
- Ruth Stonehouse - Mary Ann
- Lydia Yeamans Titus - Mary Ann's mother
- Edith Kessler - Geraldine
Screenplay
Production: Victor Film Company
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Keywords
short film
More Films by Director: Ruth Stonehouse
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mary Ann in Society about?
- Mary Ann is the daughter of a washerwoman, who washes for Mrs. Wainwright. Her daughter, Geraldine, decides that she will bring a little sunshine into the lives of the poor and begins with Mary Ann. She invites her to spend the afternoon. First she puts her in a riding habit and makes her ride a horse. Mary Ann stands it as long as she can. Then she rebels and her clothes are changed to a frock and half socks which embarrass her much. She has a horrid time till she sees a man with a hose. She takes it away from him and proceeds to enjoy herself. They all try to get it away from her and everyone is soaked. Mary Ann goes home determined to do without "sunshine."
- Who directed Mary Ann in Society?
- Mary Ann in Society was directed by Ruth Stonehouse.
- Who stars in Mary Ann in Society?
- Mary Ann in Society stars Ruth Stonehouse, Lydia Yeamans Titus, Edith Kessler.
- How long is Mary Ann in Society?
- Mary Ann in Society has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).
- What genre is Mary Ann in Society?
- Mary Ann in Society is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Mary Ann in Society produced?
- Mary Ann in Society was produced in United States of America.