Casey at the Bat (1922)
In his career, De Wolf Hopper recited Ernest Lawrence Thayer's "Casey at the Bat" thousands of times. Here, wearing a tuxedo, he emerges from behind a curtain as if at a theater, gives a short introduction, and launches into the poem. The camera is stationary, and although Hopper stands in one place, his hands and arms, his face, and his voice are animated throughout. In delivery, it's a minstrel performance.
Director: Lee De Forest
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date: November 5, 1922
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Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lee De Forest
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Casey at the Bat about?
- In his career, De Wolf Hopper recited Ernest Lawrence Thayer's "Casey at the Bat" thousands of times. Here, wearing a tuxedo, he emerges from behind a curtain as if at a theater, gives a short introduction, and launches into the poem. The camera is stationary, and although Hopper stands in one place, his hands and arms, his face, and his voice are animated throughout. In delivery, it's a minstrel performance.
- Who directed Casey at the Bat?
- Casey at the Bat was directed by Lee De Forest.
- Who stars in Casey at the Bat?
- Casey at the Bat stars DeWolf Hopper Sr..
- How long is Casey at the Bat?
- Casey at the Bat has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).