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June Collyer
June Collyer (born Dorothea Heermance; August 19, 1906 – March 16, 1968) was an American film actress of the 1920s and 1930s. Early life Born in New York City, Collyer chose to use her mother's maiden name when she decided to pursue acting. Her father was Clayton Heermance, an attorney in New York. Career A debutante chosen by Allan Dwan, Collyer had her first starring role in 1927 when she starred in ''East Side, West Side (1927 film), East Side, West Side''. She did a total of 11 silent films, and she made a successful transition to sound movies. In 1928, she was one of 13 girls selected as "WAMPAS Baby Stars", an honor her future sister-in-law Marian Shockley received in 1932. In 1930, Collyer starred opposite Louise Dresser and Joyce Compton in ''The Three Sisters (1930 film), The Three Sisters'', and the same year, she starred with Claudia Dell in ''Sweet Kitty Bellairs (1930 film), Sweet Kitty Bellairs''. She starred in 19 films from 1930 to 1936. She took a break in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, often referred to by its initials L.A., is the List of municipalities in California, most populous city in the U.S. state of California, and the commercial, Financial District, Los Angeles, financial, and Culture of Los Angeles, cultural center of Southern California. With an estimated 3,878,704 residents within the city limits , it is the List of United States cities by population, second-most populous in the United States, behind only New York City. Los Angeles has an Ethnic groups in Los Angeles, ethnically and culturally diverse population, and is the principal city of a Metropolitan statistical areas, metropolitan area of 12.9 million people (2024). Greater Los Angeles, a combined statistical area that includes the Los Angeles and Riverside–San Bernardino metropolitan areas, is a sprawling metropolis of over 18.5 million residents. The majority of the city proper lies in Los Angeles Basin, a basin in Southern California adjacent to the Pacific Ocean in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Playhouse 90
''Playhouse 90'' is an American television anthology drama series that aired on CBS from 1956 to 1960 for a total of 134 episodes. The show was produced at CBS Television City in Los Angeles, California. Since live anthology drama series of the mid-1950s usually were hour-long shows, the title highlighted the network's intention to present something unusual: a weekly series of hour-and-a-half-long dramas rather than 60-minute plays. Background The producers of the show were Martin Manulis, John Houseman, Russell Stoneman, Fred Coe, Arthur Penn, and Hubbell Robinson. The leading director was John Frankenheimer (27 episodes), followed by Franklin J. Schaffner (19 episodes). Other directors included Sidney Lumet, George Roy Hill, Delbert Mann, and Robert Mulligan. With Alex North's opening theme music, the series debuted October 4, 1956, with Rod Serling's adaptation of Pat Frank's novel '' Forbidden Area'' starring Charlton Heston. The following week, '' Requiem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Revenge At Monte Carlo
''Revenge at Monte Carlo'' is a 1933 American pre-Code mystery film directed by B. Reeves Eason and starring June Collyer, José Crespo and Wheeler Oakman.Pitts, p. 329 It is also known by the alternative title of ''Mystery at Monte Carlo''. The film's sets were designed by the art director Paul Palmentola. A separate Spanish-language version '' Dos noches'' was also produced. Plot Cast * June Collyer June Collyer (born Dorothea Heermance; August 19, 1906 – March 16, 1968) was an American film actress of the 1920s and 1930s. Early life Born in New York City, Collyer chose to use her mother's maiden name when she decided to pursue acting. ... as Landra * José Crespo as Boris Krinsky * Wheeler Oakman as Spike Maguire * Dorothy Gulliver as Diane * Edward Earle as Francisco Hernandez * Lloyd Ingraham as Luis del Valle * Clarence Geldart as Mendez * Lloyd Whitlock as Alba References Bibliography * Michael R. Pitts. ''Poverty Row Studios, 1929–1940 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alexander Hamilton (film)
''Alexander Hamilton'' is a 1931 American pre-Code biographical film about Alexander Hamilton, produced and distributed by Warner Bros. and based on the 1917 play ''Hamilton'' by George Arliss and Mary Hamlin. It was directed by John G. Adolfi and stars Arliss in the title role. It follows the attempts of Hamilton to establish a new financial structure for the United States following the Confederation Period and the establishment of a new Constitution in 1787. It is preserved at the Library of Congress. Plot Alexander Hamilton attempts to pass the Assumption Bill, which required the federal government to assume the debts incurred by the 13 rebel colonies during the American Revolutionary War and his agreement to a compromise passage of the Residence Bill, which established the national capital. Cast * George Arliss as Alexander Hamilton * Doris Kenyon as Mrs. Betsey Hamilton * Dudley Digges as Senator Timothy Roberts * June Collyer as Mrs. Maria Reynolds * M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Brat
''The Brat'' is a 1931 American pre-Code comedy film directed by John Ford, starring Sally O'Neil, and featuring Virginia Cherrill. The film is based on the 1917 play by Maude Fulton. A previous silent film had been made in 1919 with Alla Nazimova. This 1931 screen version has been updated to then contemporary standards i.e. clothing, speech, topics in the news. Plot A novelist brings a wild chorus girl home, hoping to study her for inspiration for his new novel. His snobby upper-class family is upset by her presence, but soon she has changed their lives forever. Cast * Sally O'Neil as the Brat * Alan Dinehart as Macmillan Forester * Frank Albertson as Stephen Forester * William Collier, Sr. as Judge O"Flaherty * Virginia Cherrill as Angela * June Collyer as Jane * J. Farrell MacDonald as Timson, the butler * Mary Forbes as Mrs. Forester * Albert Gran as Bishop * Louise Mackintosh as Lena * Margaret Mann as Housekeeper * Ward Bond as Court Policeman (uncredited ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kiss Me Again (1931 Film)
''Kiss Me Again '' is a 1931 American pre-Code musical operetta film filmed entirely in Technicolor. It was originally released in the United States as ''Toast of the Legion'' late in 1930, but was quickly withdrawn when Warner Bros. realized that the public had grown weary of musicals. The Warner Bros. believed that this attitude would only last for a few months, but, when the public proved obstinate, they reluctantly re-released the film early in 1931 after making a few cuts to the film. Like the 1926 silent First National film '' Mademoiselle Modiste'', ''Kiss Me Again'' is based on a popular 1905 operetta on Broadway, '' Mlle. Modiste'', by Victor Herbert and Henry Martyn Blossom.Traubner, Richard''Operetta: A Theatrical History'' p. 351. Psychology Press, 2003 Plot A French shopgirl (Bernice Claire) obeys her parents by leaving her lover to become an opera star. Cast * Bernice Claire as Mademoiselle Fifi * Edward Everett Horton as Rene * Walter Pidgeon as Paul d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charley's Aunt (1930 Film)
''Charley's Aunt'' is a 1930 American pre-Code comedy film directed by Al Christie and starring Charles Ruggles, June Collyer, and Hugh Williams. It was an adaptation of the 1892 play '' Charley's Aunt'' by Brandon Thomas. It marked the film debut of Williams, who then returned to Britain and became a major star. Plot Cast * Charles Ruggles as Lord Fancourt Babberley * June Collyer June Collyer (born Dorothea Heermance; August 19, 1906 – March 16, 1968) was an American film actress of the 1920s and 1930s. Early life Born in New York City, Collyer chose to use her mother's maiden name when she decided to pursue acting. ... as Amy Spettigue * Hugh Williams as Charlie Wykeham * Doris Lloyd as Donna Lucia D' Alvadorez * Halliwell Hobbes as Stephen Spettigue * Flora le Breton as Ela Delahay * Rodney McLennan as Jack Chesney * Phillips Smalley as Sir Francis Chesney * Flora Sheffield as Kitty Verdun * Wilson Benge as Brassett * Robert Bolder as Scotty * Edg ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Extravagance (1930 Film)
''Extravagance'' is a 1930 pre-Code film directed by Phil Rosen and released by Tiffany Pictures. Plot Alice Kendall is the darling of her social set, the sons and daughters of millionaires. Unknown to Alice, her mother has impoverished herself to provide Alice the luxuries she expects. When Alice becomes engaged to businessman Fred Garlan, her mother spends the last of her money on Alice's trousseau. Feeling stifled in her marriage because of Fred's long hours, Alice spends more than Fred can earn, causing strain in the marriage. When she asks for a sable coat like her friend owns, Fred makes it clear they cannot afford it. When a well-known playboy named Morrell helps her get one through a phony stock deal, Alice and Fred's marriage is brought to the breaking point. Cast *June Collyer June Collyer (born Dorothea Heermance; August 19, 1906 – March 16, 1968) was an American film actress of the 1920s and 1930s. Early life Born in New York City, Collyer chose to use he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Man From Wyoming
''A Man from Wyoming'' is a 1930 American Pre-Code war romance film directed by Rowland V. Lee and starring Gary Cooper, June Collyer, and Regis Toomey. Written by Albert S. Le Vino and John V.A. Weaver, the film is about a man from Wyoming who enlists in the Army and is sent to the front during World War I. There he saves the life of an American society girl working in the Ambulance Corps. Afterwards at a rest camp, they meet again, fall in love, and are secretly married. Plot After the United States enters World War I in 1917, Wyoming native Jim Baker and his fellow engineer Jersey join the Army and are sent to France with the Engineer Corps. On the battlefield, Baker rescues Patricia Hunter, an American society girl who wanders onto the battlefield. Having worked for the Ambulance Corps, Hunter went AWOL to escape the boredom of her job. After rescuing her from enemy fire, Baker reprimands her for her actions. Later at a rest camp, Baker and Hunter see much of each other ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
River Of Romance
''River of Romance'' is a 1929 American drama film directed by Richard Wallace and written by Ethel Doherty, Joseph L. Mankiewicz, Dan Totheroh and John V.A. Weaver. The film stars Charles "Buddy" Rogers, Mary Brian, June Collyer, Henry B. Walthall, Wallace Beery, Fred Kohler and Natalie Kingston. It is based on the play ''Magnolia'' by Booth Tarkington. The film was released on June 29, 1929, by Paramount Pictures. Plot In 1830s Mississippi, Tom Rumsford comes back to Magnolia Landing, his Parents' estate. Having been brought up in the north by Quaker relatives, he just hates violence and accordingly refuses a duel. As this is the only way in the south to settle a dispute between gentleman, Tom's father is so infuriated by his behavior that tom has no other choice but leave. Away from Magnolia Landing, Tom learns bravery and returns seven years later as "the notorious Colonel Blake" the terror of the Lower Mississippi... Cast * Charles "Buddy" Rogers as Tom Rumford ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Not Quite Decent
''Not Quite Decent'' is a 1929 American sound part-talkie Pre-Code film, produced and distributed by Fox Film Corporation, directed by Irving Cummings, and starring June Collyer and Louise Dresser. In addition to sequences with audible dialogue or talking sequences, the film features a synchronized musical score and sound effects along with English intertitles. The soundtrack was recorded using the Movietone sound-on-film system. Plot On her way to New York for her first stage appearance, Linda Cunningham meets Mame Jarrow, a nightclub singer; Linda later drops by to hear Mame sing, accompanied by their angel, Paul Nicholson, a wealthy roué. Mame gradually comes to realize that Linda is her own daughter, from whom she was separated years before by pious relatives. Using all her wiles, Mame attempts to keep Linda from falling prey to Nicholson, and when all else fails, she sends for Jerry Connor, Linda's small town sweetheart. Linda returns home with Jerry, and Mame sings h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Love Doctor
''The Love Doctor'' is a 1929 American comedy film directed by Melville W. Brown and written by Guy Bolton, Herman J. Mankiewicz, and J. Walter Ruben based upon a play by Victor Mapes and Winchell Smith. The film stars Richard Dix, June Collyer, Morgan Farley, Miriam Seegar, Winifred Harris, and Lawford Davidson. The film was released on October 5, 1929, by Paramount Pictures. It was previously filmed as a silent film in 1925, '' The Boomerang'', starring Anita Stewart. Plot Cast * Richard Dix as Dr. Gerald Summer *June Collyer June Collyer (born Dorothea Heermance; August 19, 1906 – March 16, 1968) was an American film actress of the 1920s and 1930s. Early life Born in New York City, Collyer chose to use her mother's maiden name when she decided to pursue acting. ... as Virginia Moore * Morgan Farley as Bud Woodbridge * Miriam Seegar as Grace Tyler * Winifred Harris as Mrs. Woodbridge * Lawford Davidson as Preston DeWitt * Gale Henry as Lucy See also ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
