The Case of Sergeant Grischa (1930)

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This film earned an Oscar nomination for Sound Recording. It is the only film nominated in this category that is among the lost. No negative or print material is known to have survived. Contemporary reviews were scathing, describing the film as a vastly overlong and boring talk-fest.

Director: Herbert Brenon
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 91 min
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Cinematography: J. Roy Hunt
Production: RKO Radio Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

world war i, corporal, lost film, german army corporal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Case of Sergeant Grischa about?
This film earned an Oscar nomination for Sound Recording. It is the only film nominated in this category that is among the lost. No negative or print material is known to have survived. Contemporary reviews were scathing, describing the film as a vastly overlong and boring talk-fest.
Who directed The Case of Sergeant Grischa?
The Case of Sergeant Grischa was directed by Herbert Brenon.
Who stars in The Case of Sergeant Grischa?
The Case of Sergeant Grischa stars Chester Morris, Betty Compson, Jean Hersholt, Alec B. Francis, Gustav von Seyffertitz, Leyland Hodgson.
How long is The Case of Sergeant Grischa?
The Case of Sergeant Grischa has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
What genre is The Case of Sergeant Grischa?
The Case of Sergeant Grischa is a Drama film.
Where was The Case of Sergeant Grischa produced?
The Case of Sergeant Grischa was produced in United States of America.