The Original Mermaid (2002)
Story of Annette Kellerman, the international swimming vaudeville and silent screen star whose life story inspired the MGM classic Million Dollar Mermaid starring Esther Williams, which featured lavish Busby Berkeley scenes.
Director: Michael Cordell
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: February 20, 2002
Cast
- Annette Kellerman - Herself (archive footage)
- Anthony Slide - Himself
- Frank Thompson - Himself
- Esther Williams - Herself (archive footage)
Screenplay
Editing: Sally Fryer
Production: Hilton Cordell Productions
Original Language: en
Keywords
sydney, australia, swimming pool, swimming, 1900s
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Original Mermaid about?
- Story of Annette Kellerman, the international swimming vaudeville and silent screen star whose life story inspired the MGM classic Million Dollar Mermaid starring Esther Williams, which featured lavish Busby Berkeley scenes.
- Who directed The Original Mermaid?
- The Original Mermaid was directed by Michael Cordell.
- Who stars in The Original Mermaid?
- The Original Mermaid stars Annette Kellerman, Anthony Slide, Frank Thompson, Esther Williams.
- How long is The Original Mermaid?
- The Original Mermaid has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is The Original Mermaid?
- The Original Mermaid is a Documentary film.