Little Eva Ascends
"LITTLE EVA ASCENDS starring GARETH HUGHES is a romance of an Uncle Tom show-and the throbs and laughs in it are dovetailed as close together as the logs in the immortal character's cabin."
Originally released in 1922. Little Eva Ascends is a comedy film. directed by George D. Baker. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gareth Hughes, Elinor Field, and Edward Martindel
Synopsis
When an itinerant performing troupe that specializes in “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” return to the owner and her son’s hometown for a show the younger brother Roy is nervous and unhappy because he plays Little Eva in the play. Sure that his sweetheart and her family will jeer along with the rest of the town he stumbles during the performance wrecking the set and bringing the show to a grinding halt. All is well though when the town’s hotel proprietor throws a big dinner for the troupe.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Gareth Hughes
as Roy St. George
Elinor Field
as Mattie Moore
Edward Martindel
as Mr. Wilson
John T. Prince
as Mr. Price
Fred Warren
as Montgomery Murphy
May Collins
as Priscilla Price
Eunice Murdock Moore
as Blanche St. George
Ben Hagerty
as John St. George
Harry Lorraine
as Junius Brutus
Mark Fenton
as Mr. Moore
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Sawyer-Lubin Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Eva Ascends about?
When an itinerant performing troupe that specializes in “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” return to the owner and her son’s hometown for a show the younger brother Roy is nervous and unhappy because he p...
Who directed Little Eva Ascends?
Little Eva Ascends was directed by George D. Baker.
How long is Little Eva Ascends?
Little Eva Ascends has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Little Eva Ascends released?
Little Eva Ascends was released on January 8, 1922 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Little Eva Ascends?
The main cast of Little Eva Ascends includes Gareth Hughes, Elinor Field, Edward Martindel, John T. Prince, Fred Warren.