The Americano
Originally released in 1915. The Americano is a drama film. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lawrence Peyton, Raymond Wells, and Karl Formes
Synopsis
Robert Hammond is the manager of the Mexican branch of the Manhattan Oil Company, in Tionana, Mexico, where he lives with his daughter, Elaine. He discharges from the oil works a worthless Mexican named Tonio. Shortly before a new superintendent, in the person of Boyd Norton, is sent from New York to take charge of the oil wells, under the direction of Hammond. Norton meets Hammond's daughter, Elaine. They are mutually attracted and ultimately engaged to be married. Norton is suddenly recalled to New York, and during his absence a group of bandit soldiers, under the leadership of the discharged Tonio make a raid upon Tionana, in the course of which Hammond is slain and Elaine is kidnapped by the bandits.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 17, 1915
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Reliance Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Americano about?
Robert Hammond is the manager of the Mexican branch of the Manhattan Oil Company, in Tionana, Mexico, where he lives with his daughter, Elaine. He discharges from the oil works a worthless Mexican ...
How long is The Americano?
The Americano has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was The Americano released?
The Americano was released on July 17, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Americano?
The main cast of The Americano includes Lawrence Peyton, Raymond Wells, Karl Formes, Thomas Jefferson, Marguerite Marsh.