The Baby Cyclone
In today's world, The Baby Cyclone has become a topic of general interest covering a wide spectrum of applications. From its impact on society to its relevance in the global economy, the study of The Baby Cyclone has gained undeniable importance in various fields of knowledge. In this article, we will explore the different facets of The Baby Cyclone and its influence on our daily lives. From its origins to its evolution today, we will delve into a detailed analysis that will allow us to better understand the importance and scope of The Baby Cyclone in the contemporary world.
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| Directed by | A. Edward Sutherland |
| Screenplay by | George M. Cohan (play) F. Hugh Herbert Robert E. Hopkins |
| Produced by | A. Edward Sutherland |
| Starring | Lew Cody Aileen Pringle Robert Armstrong Gwen Lee Nora Cecil |
| Cinematography | André Barlatier - (French Wikipedia) |
| Edited by | Carl Pierson |
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| Distributed by | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer |
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| Country | United States |
| Languages | Sound (Synchronized) (English Intertitles) |
The Baby Cyclone is a lost[1] 1928 American synchronized sound comedy film directed by A. Edward Sutherland and based upon the 1927 play by George M. Cohan,[2] adapted for the screen by F. Hugh Herbert and Robert E. Hopkins. While the film has no audible dialog, it was released with a synchronized musical score with sound effects using the sound-on-film Western Electric Sound System process. The film stars Lew Cody, Aileen Pringle, Robert Armstrong, Gwen Lee and Nora Cecil. The film was released on September 27, 1928, by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.[3][4]
Plot
Jessie Hurley (Gwen Lee) becomes infatuated with her new Pekingese making her husband Gene Hurley (Robert Armstrong) jealous. While out walking the dog, he sells it to society girl Lydia Webster (Aileen Pringle). He tells Jessie the dog got lost, but Jessie learns the truth and takes it back. Lydia and her fiancé, Joe Meadows (Lew Cody), try to regain custody.[5] Eventually, all four humans are arrested on charges of dog stealing and inciting a riot.[6] The film featured "a near deadly duel with an electric light bulb and a bottle of catsup as the main constituents."[7]
Cast
- Lew Cody as Joe Meadows
- Aileen Pringle as Lydia
- Robert Armstrong as Gene
- Gwen Lee as Jessie
- Nora Cecil as Mrs. Crandall
- Fred Esmelton as Mr. Webster
- Clarissa Selwynne as Mrs. Webster
- Wade Boteler as Bill
See also
References
- ^ The Library of Congress/FIAF American Silent Feature Film Survival Catalog:The Baby Cyclone
- ^ "Baby Cyclone – Broadway Play – Original | IBDB". www.ibdb.com. Archived from the original on March 2, 2021.
- ^ "The Baby Cyclone (1928) - Overview - TCM.com". Turner Classic Movies. Retrieved November 7, 2014.
- ^ "The Baby Cyclone". AFI. Retrieved November 7, 2014.
- ^ "The Daily Journal (Vineland, NY)". November 16, 1928. p. 6.
- ^ "Dayton Herald". December 15, 1928. p. 6.
- ^ "Philadelphia Inquirer". November 12, 1928. p. 12.