White Heat
Originally released in 1934. White Heat is a drama/romance film. directed by Lois Weber. At just 62 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Virginia Cherrill, Mona Maris, and Hardie Albright
Synopsis
In this melodrama filmed on location in Hawaii, a sugar plantation manager finds himself falling in love with a native girl, but instead of committing to her, he marries a socially prominent young woman from San Francisco. The spoiled girl does not easily adapt to the rigors of plantation life and she gets terribly bored. She is just about to give in to the romantic overtures of a persistent native when her former lover shows up. The husband gets jealous and is about to attack him when the wife sets fire to the cane field. The husband's native lover saves him from death. Afterward, his wife leaves to be with her old flame, and the manager is free to be with the woman he's loved all along.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 30, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 2m
62 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Seven Seas Corp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Heat about?
In this melodrama filmed on location in Hawaii, a sugar plantation manager finds himself falling in love with a native girl, but instead of committing to her, he marries a socially prominent young ...
Who directed White Heat?
White Heat was directed by Lois Weber.
How long is White Heat?
White Heat has a runtime of 1 hours and 2 minutes (62 minutes total).
When was White Heat released?
White Heat was released on December 30, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in White Heat?
The main cast of White Heat includes Virginia Cherrill, Mona Maris, Hardie Albright, David Newell, Arthur Clayton.