The Child (1954)
In 1908, lonely middle-aged spinster Janet reluctantly bids farewell to a young relative, a schoolboy, who has spent a brief holiday with her. Janet, who is the author of children's adventure stories, longs for the company of children, and one day is surprised to see a little girl playing in her garden. The child is hungry and inadequately clothed, and Janet takes her into the house, determined to keep her. The next day the police enquire throughout the neighbourhood and call at Janet's house. She conceals the fact that she is hiding the child. Later, the local parson calls and tells Janet that Mrs. Star, a widow and the mother of the missing Sally, is not only heart-nroken but a very sick woman.
Director: James Mason
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: January 1, 1954
Cast
- Portland Mason - Sally
- Pamela Mason - Janet
- Sean McClory - Reverend Smith
- Judy Osborne - Mrs. Starr
Screenplay
- Inigo Jones (Screenplay)
Production: Monarch Film Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: James Mason
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Child about?
- In 1908, lonely middle-aged spinster Janet reluctantly bids farewell to a young relative, a schoolboy, who has spent a brief holiday with her. Janet, who is the author of children's adventure stories, longs for the company of children, and one day is surprised to see a little girl playing in her garden. The child is hungry and inadequately clothed, and Janet takes her into the house, determined to keep her. The next day the police enquire throughout the neighbourhood and call at Janet's house. She conceals the fact that she is hiding the child. Later, the local parson calls and tells Janet that Mrs. Star, a widow and the mother of the missing Sally, is not only heart-nroken but a very sick woman.
- Who directed The Child?
- The Child was directed by James Mason.
- Who stars in The Child?
- The Child stars Portland Mason, Pamela Mason, Sean McClory, Judy Osborne.
- How long is The Child?
- The Child has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
- What genre is The Child?
- The Child is a Drama film.
- Where was The Child produced?
- The Child was produced in United States of America.