April Folly movie poster

April Folly

March 20, 1920 0h 50m 7.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1920. April Folly is a crime film. directed by Robert Z. Leonard. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Marion Davies, Madeline Marshall, and Hattie Delaro

Synopsis

April Poole (Davies), a young writer in love with publisher Kerry Sarle (Tearle), visits the office of Mr. Sarle and his partner Ronald Kenna (Frank) and reads her latest story to them. She has made Sarle the hero, Kenna the villain, and herself the heroine. In the story, April changes places with Lady Diana Mannister (Marshall), who is being sent to South Africa to separate her from her lover, a young artist. A famous diamond that Lady Diana is to deliver at the end of her journey is given to April. Thieves trail her during her journey. With efforts by Kenna to steal the diamond prevented by the intervention of Sarle, the story comes to a close.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 20, 1920 105 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • International Film Service
  • Marion Davies Film Corporation
  • Cosmopolitan Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is April Folly about?

April Poole (Davies), a young writer in love with publisher Kerry Sarle (Tearle), visits the office of Mr. Sarle and his partner Ronald Kenna (Frank) and reads her latest story to them. She has mad...

Who directed April Folly?

April Folly was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.

How long is April Folly?

April Folly has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was April Folly released?

April Folly was released on March 20, 1920 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in April Folly?

The main cast of April Folly includes Marion Davies, Madeline Marshall, Hattie Delaro, Amelia Summerville, Conway Tearle.