The Breath of a Nation
Synopsis
Prohibition has just gone into effect, and Judge Rummy's wife eagerly throws away all of the Judge's liquor. She also plans to have a temperance lecturer use him as an example of the evils of drink. While waiting for the lecturer, Judge Rummy notices that Silk Hat Harry's Soda Fountain is remarkably popular, so he stops in to see what it's all about. He finds out that Harry has developed a substitute for alcoholic drinks, and that Harry's substitute can have quite an effect on those who drink it.
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 29, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory La Cava
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas A. 'Tad' Dorgan
- Original Title
- The Breath of a Nation
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Studios
- International Film Service
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory La Cava
Thomas A. 'Tad' Dorgan
William Randolph Hearst
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory La Cava
Director
William Randolph Hearst
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Breath of a Nation
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What is The Breath of a Nation about?
Prohibition has just gone into effect, and Judge Rummy's wife eagerly throws away all of the Judge's liquor. She also plans to have a temperance lecturer use him as an example of the evils of drink. While waiting for the lecturer, Judge Rummy notices that Silk Hat Harry's Soda Fountain is remarkably popular, so he stops in to see what it's all about. He finds out that Harry has developed a substitute for alcoholic drinks, and that Harry's substitute can have quite an effect on those who drink it.
Who directed The Breath of a Nation?
The Breath of a Nation was directed by Gregory La Cava.
Who stars in The Breath of a Nation?
The principal cast of The Breath of a Nation includes Not specified.
When was The Breath of a Nation released and how long is it?
The Breath of a Nation was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 6m.
Is The Breath of a Nation based on a book or true story?
The Breath of a Nation is adapted from the following source material: Comic Book: "Thomas A. 'Tad' Dorgan".