Dumb-bells in Ermine
"In which a certain reformer who was considered a paragon of virtue by the town's female kibitzers and busybodies meets a nifty blonde who knew him when"
Originally released in 1930. Dumb-bells in Ermine is a comedy/romance film. directed by John G. Adolfi. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Armstrong, Barbara Kent, and Beryl Mercer
Synopsis
In a small town in Virginia, Faith Corey, daughter of a socially prominent family, meets and falls in love with Jerry Malone, a prizefighter, though her straitlaced mother wants her to marry Siegfried, a spellbinding "missionary reformer." Though Grandma Corey promotes the romance with the prizefighter, Mike, the fighter's hardboiled, wisecracking manager, tries to keep them apart; following a quarrel, Faith reconciles herself to marrying Siegfried, but when he invites a group of "weak sisters" to a revival meeting, he is disgraced when one accuses him of her downfall. Finally, with Mike's advice, Jerry wins back Faith and they are united with the family's blessings.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 10, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dumb-bells in Ermine about?
In a small town in Virginia, Faith Corey, daughter of a socially prominent family, meets and falls in love with Jerry Malone, a prizefighter, though her straitlaced mother wants her to marry Siegfr...
Who directed Dumb-bells in Ermine?
Dumb-bells in Ermine was directed by John G. Adolfi.
How long is Dumb-bells in Ermine?
Dumb-bells in Ermine has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was Dumb-bells in Ermine released?
Dumb-bells in Ermine was released on May 10, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dumb-bells in Ermine?
The main cast of Dumb-bells in Ermine includes Robert Armstrong, Barbara Kent, Beryl Mercer, James Gleason, Claude Gillingwater.