The Rough Neck
Originally released in 1919. The Rough Neck is a drama film. directed by Oscar Apfel. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Montagu Love, Robert Broderick, and George De Carlton
Synopsis
John Masters leaves his lumber mining camp when he is summoned East by his dying father, a political boss who wishes to turn over the position he has won. The father dies and leaves his son papers that could convict the rest of his gang of henchmen. John falls in love with Frances, the daughter of Armitage, another politician. Frances is not interested in John, but marries him to save her father from exposure. The gang tries to get the papers away from John, who has taken his wife back to the woods. When John exposes the crooked politicians, including his own father, he wins Frances' respect and love. John staves off the revengeful ward gangsters with a single gun until Frances rounds up the other lumberjacks who come to his rescue.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- World Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rough Neck about?
John Masters leaves his lumber mining camp when he is summoned East by his dying father, a political boss who wishes to turn over the position he has won. The father dies and leaves his son papers ...
Who directed The Rough Neck?
The Rough Neck was directed by Oscar Apfel.
How long is The Rough Neck?
The Rough Neck has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Rough Neck released?
The Rough Neck was released on February 3, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rough Neck?
The main cast of The Rough Neck includes Montagu Love, Robert Broderick, George De Carlton, Barbara Castleton, Frank Mayo.