The Harvest Moon
"A Romance of Glorious Girlhood Beaming for a World in Love"
Originally released in 1920. The Harvest Moon is a drama film. directed by J. Searle Dawley. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Doris Kenyon, Wilfred Lytell, and George Lessey
Synopsis
Madame Vavin dies alone in a small French village without knowledge of her second marriage in England known to anyone. Consequentially her first husband James Fullerton and his tyrannical sister Cornelia take custody of her young daughter Dora. The puritanical pair take Dora to America but disapprove of her spirited nature especially when Dora decides upon a theatrical career. On stage, Dora meets and falls in love with playwright Willard Holcomb, but the fears implanted by Fullerton and his sister make Dora incapable of romantic commitment. As she despairs of her fate, Professor Vavin, who has spent years searching for Dora, discovers his daughter and explains there is nothing to fear from love. Her confidence thus restored, Dora can continue with her life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 25, 1920
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Doris Kenyon
as Dora Fullerton
Wilfred Lytell
as Willard Holcomb
George Lessey
as Jacques Vavin
Earl Schenck
as Professor Fullerton
Peter Lang
as Judge Elliott
Marie Shotwell
as Mrs. Winthrop
Mrs. Stuart Robson
as Graham Winthrop
Edna Holland
as Madame Mercier
Grace Barton
as Cornelia Fullerton
Daniel Pennell
as Henri
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gibraltar Pictures
- Dietrich-Beck Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Harvest Moon about?
Madame Vavin dies alone in a small French village without knowledge of her second marriage in England known to anyone. Consequentially her first husband James Fullerton and his tyrannical sister Co...
Who directed The Harvest Moon?
The Harvest Moon was directed by J. Searle Dawley.
How long is The Harvest Moon?
The Harvest Moon has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Harvest Moon released?
The Harvest Moon was released on April 25, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Harvest Moon?
The main cast of The Harvest Moon includes Doris Kenyon, Wilfred Lytell, George Lessey, Earl Schenck, Peter Lang.