Melody Lane
“Carl Laemmle presents Eddie Leonard, "The Minstrel King".”
Synopsis
A songwriter leaves his chorus girl sweetheart to join the US Army in WWI. In France he falls in love with French singer Madelon. He is crippled in action. Back in the States, his girl friend there leaves him. But Madelon can't forget him and comes to the USA to work there as singer. Per chance she meets the songwriter, and he is cured. Singing one of his love songs, he knows that he has found the right girl.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 20, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert F. Hill
- Screenplay & Story
- J.G. Hawks, Jo Swerling, Robert F. Hill
- Original Title
- Melody Lane
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert F. Hill
J.G. Hawks, Jo Swerling, Robert F. Hill
Daniel Mandell
Department Leadership Roster
J.G. Hawks
Writer
Robert F. Hill
Director
Daniel Mandell
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Frequently Asked Questions About Melody Lane
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What is Melody Lane about?
A songwriter leaves his chorus girl sweetheart to join the US Army in WWI. In France he falls in love with French singer Madelon. He is crippled in action. Back in the States, his girl friend there leaves him. But Madelon can't forget him and comes to the USA to work there as singer. Per chance she meets the songwriter, and he is cured. Singing one of his love songs, he knows that he has found the right girl.
Who directed Melody Lane?
Melody Lane was directed by Robert F. Hill.
Who stars in Melody Lane?
The principal cast of Melody Lane includes Eddie Leonard, Josephine Dunn, Huntley Gordon, George E. Stone, Rose Coe.
When was Melody Lane released and how long is it?
Melody Lane was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.