The Grand Parade (1930)
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No one suffered more magnificently in the early-talkie era than the inimitable Helen Twelvetrees. In Grand Parade, the actress is cast as Molly, the sweetheart of minstrel-show performer Jack Kelly. Rising to the top of his profession, Kelly plummets to the bottom thanks to his fondness for intoxicating beverages. Molly nurses and coddles Kelly back to health, giving nary a thought for her own comfort or happiness.
Director: Fred C. Newmeyer
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 70 min
Release Date: February 2, 1930
Cast
- Helen Twelvetrees - Molly
- Fred Scott - Kelly
- Richard Carle - Rand
- Marie Astaire - Polly
- Russ Powell - Calamity Johnson
- Bud Jamison - Honey Sullivan
- Jimmie Adams - Jones
- Lillian Leighton - Madam Stitch
- Spec O'Donnell - Call Boy
- Sammy Blum - Sam
Screenplay
Cinematography: David Abel
Production: Pathé Exchange
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
minstrel, lost film
More Films by Director: Fred C. Newmeyer
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Grand Parade about?
- No one suffered more magnificently in the early-talkie era than the inimitable Helen Twelvetrees. In Grand Parade, the actress is cast as Molly, the sweetheart of minstrel-show performer Jack Kelly. Rising to the top of his profession, Kelly plummets to the bottom thanks to his fondness for intoxicating beverages. Molly nurses and coddles Kelly back to health, giving nary a thought for her own comfort or happiness.
- Who directed The Grand Parade?
- The Grand Parade was directed by Fred C. Newmeyer.
- Who stars in The Grand Parade?
- The Grand Parade stars Helen Twelvetrees, Fred Scott, Richard Carle, Marie Astaire, Russ Powell, Bud Jamison.
- How long is The Grand Parade?
- The Grand Parade has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is The Grand Parade?
- The Grand Parade is a Drama, Comedy film.
- Where was The Grand Parade produced?
- The Grand Parade was produced in United States of America.