Hollywood - The Second Step
Synopsis
This short follows the early career of actress Jane Barnes. She starts by doing extra work. After several months she is offered a studio contract (the "first step"). However, her work consists mostly of fashion shoots and bit parts that end up on the cutting room floor. She is even used as a stand-in for Maureen O'Sullivan on the set of a Tarzan movie when camera angles and lighting must be set up.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 2, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Felix E. Feist
- Screenplay & Story
- Mauri Grashin
- Original Title
- Hollywood - The Second Step
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Felix E. Feist
Mauri Grashin
Department Leadership Roster
Felix E. Feist
Director
Mauri Grashin
Screenplay
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What is Hollywood - The Second Step about?
This short follows the early career of actress Jane Barnes. She starts by doing extra work. After several months she is offered a studio contract (the "first step"). However, her work consists mostly of fashion shoots and bit parts that end up on the cutting room floor. She is even used as a stand-in for Maureen O'Sullivan on the set of a Tarzan movie when camera angles and lighting must be set up.
Who directed Hollywood - The Second Step?
Hollywood - The Second Step was directed by Felix E. Feist.
Who stars in Hollywood - The Second Step?
The principal cast of Hollywood - The Second Step includes Carey Wilson, Jane Barnes, Maureen O'Sullivan, Francis X. Bushman Jr., Chico Marx.
When was Hollywood - The Second Step released and how long is it?
Hollywood - The Second Step was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 11m.