The Courageous Coward
Originally released in 1919. The Courageous Coward is a drama film. directed by William Worthington. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sessue Hayakawa, Tsuru Aoki, and Toyo Fujita
Synopsis
Sessue Hayakawa was making the transition from Asian villain to sympathetic hero in this picture. The plot is a combination of racial stereotypes that were common in the U.S. during the silent era and real-life situations experienced by Asians living Stateside. Hayakawa plays Suki Iota, a student who, while born and bred in America, wants a wife with traditional Japanese values. She appears in the form of Rei (Tsuru Aoki, Hayakawa's real-life wife), a singer who becomes known as the Japanese Nightingale.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 31, 1919
106 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Haworth Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Courageous Coward about?
Sessue Hayakawa was making the transition from Asian villain to sympathetic hero in this picture. The plot is a combination of racial stereotypes that were common in the U.S. during the silent era ...
Who directed The Courageous Coward?
The Courageous Coward was directed by William Worthington.
How long is The Courageous Coward?
The Courageous Coward has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Courageous Coward released?
The Courageous Coward was released on March 31, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Courageous Coward?
The main cast of The Courageous Coward includes Sessue Hayakawa, Tsuru Aoki, Toyo Fujita, George Hernandez, Francis McDonald.