My Old Dutch
"MEET Lil and Bert and all the folks, real understanding, homely people, bringing to a modern age the spirit of Albert Chevalier's immortal song."
Originally released in 1934. My Old Dutch is a drama film. directed by Sinclair Hill. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Betty Balfour, Gordon Harker, and Bill Shine
Synopsis
Moving family drama of the life of a working-class Hackney couple over 40 years, inspired by the famous music hall song This moving family drama - with time for some laughs - portrays the life and hardships of a working class Hackney couple over a span of 40 years. Our intrepid couple (wonderfully played by Betty Balfour and Michael Hogan) have to face everything life throws at them with fortitude, from the Great War (a son in the RAF and zeppelin raids) to a raging oil fire during the Great Strike. The inimitable Gordon Harker provides sterling support. The film the couple watch at the cinema is the 1915 version of My Old Dutch, starring Albert Chevalier (writer of the original music hall song) and Florence Turner. As the complete silent film is now believed to be lost, this 1934 version contains the only surviving footage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gainsborough Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Old Dutch about?
Moving family drama of the life of a working-class Hackney couple over 40 years, inspired by the famous music hall song This moving family drama - with time for some laughs - portrays the life and...
Who directed My Old Dutch?
My Old Dutch was directed by Sinclair Hill.
How long is My Old Dutch?
My Old Dutch has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was My Old Dutch released?
My Old Dutch was released on October 1, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Old Dutch?
The main cast of My Old Dutch includes Betty Balfour, Gordon Harker, Bill Shine, Frank Pettingell, Robert Nainby.