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Half a Hero

June 7, 1912 0h 10m

Originally released in 1912. Half a Hero is a comedy film. directed by James Young. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Clara Kimball Young, Maurice Costello, and Charles Eldridge

Synopsis

A little country village comedy in which Mr. Costello plays a young grocer's clerk. This clerk and the daughter (Clara Kimball Young) of a G.A.R. fire-eater (Mr. Eldridge) are in love, much to the old man's disgust. He wants his daughter to marry a brave man, a soldier. AN unexpected denouement makes the clerk seem to be a hero.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 7, 1912 113 years ago
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Runtime 0h 10m 10 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Vitagraph Company of America

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Half a Hero about?

A little country village comedy in which Mr. Costello plays a young grocer's clerk. This clerk and the daughter (Clara Kimball Young) of a G.A.R. fire-eater (Mr. Eldridge) are in love, much to the ...

Who directed Half a Hero?

Half a Hero was directed by James Young.

How long is Half a Hero?

Half a Hero has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).

When was Half a Hero released?

Half a Hero was released on June 7, 1912 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Half a Hero?

The main cast of Half a Hero includes Clara Kimball Young, Maurice Costello, Charles Eldridge.