A Hoosier Romance
Synopsis
Pretty Patience Thompson, a "girl with a singing soul," lives with her cold-hearted and avaricious father, Jeff Thompson, on their Indiana farm. Her life of drudgery is brightened by John, the hired hand, but when he asks for her hand in marriage, the old man flies into a rage and discharges him. Soon an aged but wealthy widower courts Patience, and although she still loves John, "Old Jeff" orders her to marry the widower, claiming that a father's will is the law.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 18, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Colin Campbell
- Screenplay & Story
- Colin Campbell
- Original Title
- A Hoosier Romance
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Selig Polyscope Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Colin Campbell
Colin Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
Colin Campbell
Director
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What is A Hoosier Romance about?
Pretty Patience Thompson, a "girl with a singing soul," lives with her cold-hearted and avaricious father, Jeff Thompson, on their Indiana farm. Her life of drudgery is brightened by John, the hired hand, but when he asks for her hand in marriage, the old man flies into a rage and discharges him. Soon an aged but wealthy widower courts Patience, and although she still loves John, "Old Jeff" orders her to marry the widower, claiming that a father's will is the law.
Who directed A Hoosier Romance?
A Hoosier Romance was directed by Colin Campbell.
Who stars in A Hoosier Romance?
The principal cast of A Hoosier Romance includes Colleen Moore, Thomas Jefferson, Harry McCoy, Edward Jobson, Eugenie Besserer.
When was A Hoosier Romance released and how long is it?
A Hoosier Romance was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.