Open Places
Originally released in 1917. Open Places is a drama/western film. directed by W.S. Van Dyke. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jack Gardner, Carl Stockdale, and Ruth King
Synopsis
Mollie Andrews is a little New England school teacher who goes out to Rawhide, Montana, to "teach the west" its manners. She is of romantic nature, and the picturesque statue and habits of Dan Clark impress her deeply. She marries him. Clark is a bad man at heart. He treats Mollie brutally after the first blush of honeymooning; then slays one of his own kind, and escapes across the border to Canada.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open Places about?
Mollie Andrews is a little New England school teacher who goes out to Rawhide, Montana, to "teach the west" its manners. She is of romantic nature, and the picturesque statue and habits of Dan Clar...
Who directed Open Places?
Open Places was directed by W.S. Van Dyke.
How long is Open Places?
Open Places has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was Open Places released?
Open Places was released on August 20, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Open Places?
The main cast of Open Places includes Jack Gardner, Carl Stockdale, Ruth King.