Strange Testament (1941)
This MGM Passing Parade series short tells the story of Julian Poydras, whose encounter with a girl at Mardi Gras had a profound effect on his later life.
Director: Sammy Lee
Genre: History
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date: November 15, 1941
Cast
- John Nesbitt - Narrator (voice)
- Edward Ashley - Julian Poydras
- Ava Gardner - Waitress (uncredited)
- Dorothy Morris - Cissie Lerand (uncredited)
Music: Lennie Hayton
Cinematography: Jackson Rose
Editing: Adrienne Fazan
Production: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
mardi gras, louisiana, last will and testament, poverty, dowry, rural poverty
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Strange Testament about?
- This MGM Passing Parade series short tells the story of Julian Poydras, whose encounter with a girl at Mardi Gras had a profound effect on his later life.
- Who directed Strange Testament?
- Strange Testament was directed by Sammy Lee.
- Who stars in Strange Testament?
- Strange Testament stars John Nesbitt, Edward Ashley, Ava Gardner, Dorothy Morris.
- How long is Strange Testament?
- Strange Testament has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
- What genre is Strange Testament?
- Strange Testament is a History film.
- Where was Strange Testament produced?
- Strange Testament was produced in United States of America.