The Man I Love
“What would you do for the one you love?”
Synopsis
Wellman’s first all-talkie, scripted by Herman Mankiewicz, with arrogant boxer Richard Arlen romancing Mary Brian, then falling for temptress Olga Baclanova (Freaks) on the eve of the big fight.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 25, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William A. Wellman
- Screenplay & Story
- Percy Heath, Herman J. Mankiewicz
- Original Title
- The Man I Love
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William A. Wellman
Percy Heath, Herman J. Mankiewicz, Leo Robin
Henry W. Gerrard
Alyson Shaffer
David O. Selznick
Department Leadership Roster
William A. Wellman
Director
David O. Selznick
Producer
Henry W. Gerrard
Director of Photography
Percy Heath
Screenplay
Herman J. Mankiewicz
Screenplay
Alyson Shaffer
Editor
Travis Banton
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man I Love
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What is The Man I Love about?
Wellman’s first all-talkie, scripted by Herman Mankiewicz, with arrogant boxer Richard Arlen romancing Mary Brian, then falling for temptress Olga Baclanova (Freaks) on the eve of the big fight.
Who directed The Man I Love?
The Man I Love was directed by William A. Wellman.
Who stars in The Man I Love?
The principal cast of The Man I Love includes Richard Arlen, Mary Brian, Olga Baclanova, Harry Green, Jack Oakie.
When was The Man I Love released and how long is it?
The Man I Love was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.