The Searching Wind
Synopsis
In the decades preceding World War II, American diplomat Alex Hazen witnesses the rise of Mussolini and Hitler but does not use any of his ambassadorial powers to intervene. Instead, Hazen subscribes to the dominant policy of appeasement, believing the belligerent dictators will eventually soften. Although married, he is in love with journalist Cassie Bowwman – but her feelings about the threat posed by fascism differs severely from his.
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Robert Young
Alex Hazen
Sylvia Sidney
Cassie Bowman
Ann Richards
Emily Taney Hazen
Dudley Digges
Moses Taney
Douglas Dick
Sam Hazen
Albert Bassermann
Count von Stammer
Dan Seymour
Torrone
Ian Wolfe
Sears
Marietta Canty
Sophronia
Norma Varden
Mrs. Hayworth
Charles D. Brown
Carter
Don Castle
David
William Trenk
Ponette
Mickey Kuhn
Sam (as a child)
Ann Carter
Sarah Hazen
Dave Willock
Harry, Male Nurse
Frederick Giermann
Eppler
Arthur Loft
Dr. Crocker
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 9, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Dieterle
- Screenplay & Story
- Lillian Hellman
- Original Score
- Victor Young
- Original Title
- The Searching Wind
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Hal Wallis Productions, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Dieterle
Lillian Hellman
Victor Young
Lee Garmes
Warren Low
Department Leadership Roster
William Dieterle
Director
Lee Garmes
Director of Photography
Warren Low
Editor
Victor Young
Original Music Composer
Lillian Hellman
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Searching Wind
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What is The Searching Wind about?
In the decades preceding World War II, American diplomat Alex Hazen witnesses the rise of Mussolini and Hitler but does not use any of his ambassadorial powers to intervene. Instead, Hazen subscribes to the dominant policy of appeasement, believing the belligerent dictators will eventually soften. Although married, he is in love with journalist Cassie Bowwman – but her feelings about the threat posed by fascism differs severely from his.
Who directed The Searching Wind?
The Searching Wind was directed by William Dieterle.
Who stars in The Searching Wind?
The principal cast of The Searching Wind includes Robert Young, Sylvia Sidney, Ann Richards, Dudley Digges, Douglas Dick.
When was The Searching Wind released and how long is it?
The Searching Wind was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for The Searching Wind?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Searching Wind was composed by Victor Young.