A Romance of Happy Valley (1919)
A Page from the Book of Life
John Logan leaves his parents and sweetheart in bucolic Happy Valley to make his fortune in the city. Those he left behind become miserable and beleaguered in his absence, but after several years he returns, a wealthy man. But his embittered father, not recognizing him for who he is, plans to murder the newly-arrived "stranger" for his money.
Director: D.W. Griffith
Genre: Romance, Drama
Runtime: 76 min
Release Date: January 26, 1919
Cast
- Lillian Gish - Jennie Timberlake
- Lydia Yeamans Titus - Old Lady Smiles
- Robert Harron - John L. Logan Jr
- Kate Bruce - Mrs. Logan
- George Fawcett - John L. Logan Sr
- George Nichols - Jennie's father
- Adolph Lestina - Vinegar Watkins
- Bertram Grassby - Judas
- Porter Strong - The Negro Farmhand
- Andrew Arbuckle - Clergyman (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Mary Castelman (Story)
- D.W. Griffith (Story)
Cinematography: Billy Bitzer
Editing: James Smith
Production: D.W. Griffith Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Themes
Childhood Sweethearts and First Loves
Keywords
silent film, young love, rural setting
More Films by Director: D.W. Griffith
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Romance of Happy Valley about?
- John Logan leaves his parents and sweetheart in bucolic Happy Valley to make his fortune in the city. Those he left behind become miserable and beleaguered in his absence, but after several years he returns, a wealthy man. But his embittered father, not recognizing him for who he is, plans to murder the newly-arrived "stranger" for his money.
- Who directed A Romance of Happy Valley?
- A Romance of Happy Valley was directed by D.W. Griffith.
- Who stars in A Romance of Happy Valley?
- A Romance of Happy Valley stars Lillian Gish, Lydia Yeamans Titus, Robert Harron, Kate Bruce, George Fawcett, George Nichols.
- How long is A Romance of Happy Valley?
- A Romance of Happy Valley has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
- What genre is A Romance of Happy Valley?
- A Romance of Happy Valley is a Romance, Drama film.
- Where was A Romance of Happy Valley produced?
- A Romance of Happy Valley was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of A Romance of Happy Valley?
- The themes of A Romance of Happy Valley include: Childhood Sweethearts and First Loves.