American Portrait (1940)
This movie's preamble explains the importance of salesmanship after the great depression The industrial revolution has created a life of modern convenience for America, and there are more products available than most people can fathom. David, one of the main characters in this drama, is a life insurance salesman. His livelihood and profession rely on people willing to take out new policies. Throughout the beginning of the film, a narrator points out modern inventions like telephones, electric toasters, and other conveniences, and explains the significance of these items.
Director: Wallace Fox
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: July 31, 1940
Cast
- Alan Ladd - Young man / Old man
- Mary Brodel - Barbara
- Ben Alexander - David
- Charles Miller - Mr. Wilkes
- Milburn Stone - George
- Hal Taliaferro - Calvin
Production: Wilding Picture Productions
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Keywords
short film
More Films by Director: Wallace Fox
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is American Portrait about?
- This movie's preamble explains the importance of salesmanship after the great depression The industrial revolution has created a life of modern convenience for America, and there are more products available than most people can fathom. David, one of the main characters in this drama, is a life insurance salesman. His livelihood and profession rely on people willing to take out new policies. Throughout the beginning of the film, a narrator points out modern inventions like telephones, electric toasters, and other conveniences, and explains the significance of these items.
- Who directed American Portrait?
- American Portrait was directed by Wallace Fox.
- Who stars in American Portrait?
- American Portrait stars Alan Ladd, Mary Brodel, Ben Alexander, Charles Miller, Milburn Stone, Hal Taliaferro.
- How long is American Portrait?
- American Portrait has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is American Portrait?
- American Portrait is a Documentary film.
- Where was American Portrait produced?
- American Portrait was produced in United States of America.