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IMDb19191h 0mUnited States of America

The Brute Breaker

Synopsis

At a French Canadian logging camp, stranger Louis Graintaire canoes through impassable rapids to the delight of Little Jean, a crippled boy who hopes that Louis will thrash his tormentor, camp bully Baptiste Navet. That evening Louis arouses Navet's enmity by dancing with Annette Bosseut, the daughter of the camp superintendent. Navet challenges Louis to a fight, but when the day comes, Louis and the boy cannot be found.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 20, 1919

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Lynn Reynolds
Screenplay & Story
Lynn Reynolds, Dorothy Barrett, Johnston McCulley
Original Title
The Brute Breaker
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 0m
Production Studios
Universal Film Manufacturing Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Lynn Reynolds

Screenplay & Story

Lynn Reynolds, Dorothy Barrett, Johnston McCulley

Director of Photography

Phil Rosen

Department Leadership Roster

Lynn Reynolds

Director

Lynn Reynolds

Writer

Phil Rosen

Phil Rosen

Director of Photography

Dorothy Barrett

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Brute Breaker

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Brute Breaker about?

At a French Canadian logging camp, stranger Louis Graintaire canoes through impassable rapids to the delight of Little Jean, a crippled boy who hopes that Louis will thrash his tormentor, camp bully Baptiste Navet. That evening Louis arouses Navet's enmity by dancing with Annette Bosseut, the daughter of the camp superintendent. Navet challenges Louis to a fight, but when the day comes, Louis and the boy cannot be found.

Who directed The Brute Breaker?

The Brute Breaker was directed by Lynn Reynolds.

Who stars in The Brute Breaker?

The principal cast of The Brute Breaker includes Frank Mayo, Harry Northrup, Kathryn Adams, Jack Curtis, Burwell Hamrick.

When was The Brute Breaker released and how long is it?

The Brute Breaker was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.