Blue Skies
"Two foundlings find love!"
Originally released in 1929. Blue Skies is a drama/romance film. directed by Alfred L. Werker. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carmencita Johnson, Freddie Burke Frederick, and Ethel Wales
Synopsis
Better known for her work in talkie "weepers," Helen Twelvetrees made a few preliminary appearances in such late silent films as Fox's Blue Skies. The audience was expected to believe that the twentysomething Twelvetrees and Frank Albertson are teenagers living together platonically in an orphan asylum. A wealthy old man comes calling to adopt Albertson -- who, feeling sorry for Twelvetrees, trades places with the girl. Thus it is that the heroine is carted off to a luxurious mansion, while Albertson remains behind. One year later, the old man discovers Albertson's deception, whereupon he invites the boy to live with him as well. By this time, Twelvetrees and Albertson are of marriageable age, thus the film ends with a wedding in the offing.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 16, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Carmencita Johnson
as Dorothy May (age 6) (episode 1)
Freddie Burke Frederick
as Richard Lewis (age 8)
Ethel Wales
as Matron (episode 1)
Helen Twelvetrees
as Dorothy May (episode 2)
Frank Albertson
as Richard Lewis (episode 2)
Rosa Gore
as Nellie Crouch (episode 2)
William Orlamond
as Janitor
E.H. Calvert
as Mr. Semple Jones (episode 1)
Evelyn Hall
as Mrs. Semple Jones (episode 1)
Claude King
as Richard Danforth (episode 2)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Skies about?
Better known for her work in talkie "weepers," Helen Twelvetrees made a few preliminary appearances in such late silent films as Fox's Blue Skies. The audience was expected to believe that the twen...
Who directed Blue Skies?
Blue Skies was directed by Alfred L. Werker.
How long is Blue Skies?
Blue Skies has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Blue Skies released?
Blue Skies was released on March 16, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Blue Skies?
The main cast of Blue Skies includes Carmencita Johnson, Freddie Burke Frederick, Ethel Wales, Helen Twelvetrees, Frank Albertson.