Uncle Sam of Freedom Ridge (1920)

When old Uncle Sam loses his son in the First World War, he takes comfort in the knowledge that his son died for peace. But when he realizes that his country is not supporting the League of... See full summary »

Director:

George Beranger

Writers:

Ernest Maas (scenario), Margaret Prescott Montague (novel)

Stars:

George MacQuarrie, William Corbett, Paul Kelly

Cast

Complete credited cast:
George MacQuarrie	...	Roger Blair
William Corbett	...	Uncle Sam
Paul Kelly	...	Young Sam, His Son
Helen Flint	...	Arthur, the Fool
Leslie Hunt	...	Andy Mason
Eugene Keith
James Sheridan	...	Sam, the Boy (as Sheridan Tansey)
Jack Newton	...	The Reporter
Nicholas Burnham	...	Judge Braxton

Storyline

When old Uncle Sam loses his son in the First World War, he takes comfort in the knowledge that his son died for peace. But when he realizes that his country is not supporting the League of Nations, he sacrifices his own life as a martyr to the cause of world brotherhood.

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Plot Keywords:

league of nations | propaganda | based on novel | character name in title

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

26 September 1920 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Harry Levey Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

70 min

Sound Mix:

Silent

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

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Trivia

Film debut of Paul Kelly.

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