Hard Boiled
Originally released in 1919. Hard Boiled is a comedy/drama film. directed by Victor Schertzinger. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dorothy Dalton, William Courtright, and Gertrude Claire
Synopsis
A musical-comedy troupe headed by prima donna Corinne Melrose is stranded in the little town of Nilesburg, Arizona, when the show's manager leaves town with all the money. When Corinne spends her last cent on a train ticket for one of the girls, she is advised by the station agent to seek assistance from a kindhearted old lady called Aunt Tiny Colvin. Aunt Tiny takes Corinne in but confesses that she, too, is in dire financial straits because the moneylender to whom she owes $200, Deacon Simpson, has demanded repayment. The deacon, a married man, becomes enamored of Corinne and makes improper advances towards her. Corinne threatens to expose his behavior to his wife and the townspeople unless he surrenders Aunt Tiny's bank notes, and to avoid the scandal, he complies. Billy Penrose, a tenor who is in love with Corinne, arrives in Nilesburg with news of vaudeville openings in New York, but she has become enchanted by the little town and convinces him to settle there with her. - From AFI
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Thomas H. Ince Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hard Boiled about?
A musical-comedy troupe headed by prima donna Corinne Melrose is stranded in the little town of Nilesburg, Arizona, when the show's manager leaves town with all the money. When Corinne spends her l...
Who directed Hard Boiled?
Hard Boiled was directed by Victor Schertzinger.
How long is Hard Boiled?
Hard Boiled has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Hard Boiled released?
Hard Boiled was released on February 2, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hard Boiled?
The main cast of Hard Boiled includes Dorothy Dalton, William Courtright, Gertrude Claire, Walter Hiers, Nona Thomas.