Christina
“A Love Eternal in Youthful Hearts”
Synopsis
This part-talkie (17 minutes of dialogue in its 83-minute running time) tells the tale of Christina, the daughter of Dutch toymaker Niklaas. Much to her dad's dismay, Christina falls in love with sideshow huckster Jan. Likewise disapproving of the romance is Jan's jealous employer Mme. Bosman, who frames the young man on an embezzlement charge.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 15, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William K. Howard
- Screenplay & Story
- Tristram Tupper, S.K. Lauren, Marion Orth
- Original Title
- Christina
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William K. Howard
Tristram Tupper, S.K. Lauren, Marion Orth
Lucien N. Andriot
Katherine Hilliker, H.H. Caldwell
Department Leadership Roster
William K. Howard
Director
Marion Orth
Writer
Katherine Hilliker
Editor
H.H. Caldwell
Editor
Lucien N. Andriot
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Christina
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What is Christina about?
This part-talkie (17 minutes of dialogue in its 83-minute running time) tells the tale of Christina, the daughter of Dutch toymaker Niklaas. Much to her dad's dismay, Christina falls in love with sideshow huckster Jan. Likewise disapproving of the romance is Jan's jealous employer Mme. Bosman, who frames the young man on an embezzlement charge.
Who directed Christina?
Christina was directed by William K. Howard.
Who stars in Christina?
The principal cast of Christina includes Janet Gaynor, Charles Morton, Rudolph Schildkraut, Harry Cording, Lucy Doraine.
When was Christina released and how long is it?
Christina was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.