The Blazing Trail
Synopsis
Young doctor Bradley Yates has been trying to come up with a serum to counteract blood poisoning, with no results. Exhausted, he takes a rest in the Blue Ridge Mountains and stays in a small mountain community. When a young schoolteacher comes to town a romance develops between her and Bradley, but the local gossips have spread rumors that he has seduced Talithy, a local girl, and will abandon her for the teacher. Complications ensue.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Thornby
- Screenplay & Story
- Mann Page, Izola Forrester
- Original Title
- The Blazing Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Thornby
Mann Page, Izola Forrester
William Fildew
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Thornby
Director
William Fildew
Director of Photography
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What is The Blazing Trail about?
Young doctor Bradley Yates has been trying to come up with a serum to counteract blood poisoning, with no results. Exhausted, he takes a rest in the Blue Ridge Mountains and stays in a small mountain community. When a young schoolteacher comes to town a romance develops between her and Bradley, but the local gossips have spread rumors that he has seduced Talithy, a local girl, and will abandon her for the teacher. Complications ensue.
Who directed The Blazing Trail?
The Blazing Trail was directed by Robert Thornby.
Who stars in The Blazing Trail?
The principal cast of The Blazing Trail includes Frank Mayo, Lillian Rich, Mary Philbin, Frank Holland, Bert Sprotte.
When was The Blazing Trail released and how long is it?
The Blazing Trail was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.