Comedy ·Drama ·Romance · United States of America · 1951 · 1h 1m

Home Town Story

Director

Cast

Jeffrey Lynn as Blake Washburn Donald Crisp as John MacFarland Marjorie Reynolds as Janice Hunt Alan Hale Jr. as Slim Haskins Marilyn Monroe as Iris Martin Barbara Brown as Mrs. Washburn

Crew

Lucien N. Andriot — Director of Photography William F. Claxton — Editor Louis Forbes — Original Music Composer Arthur Pierson — Writer Arthur Pierson — Producer

Tagline

It could happen anywhere!

Synopsis

Blake Washburn blames manufacturer MacFarland for his defeat in the race for re-election to the state legislature. He takes over his uncle's newspaper to take on big business as an enemy of the people. Miss Martin works in the "Herald" newspaper office. When tragedy strikes, Blake must re-examine his views.

Trailer

Official Trailer youtube.com

Mood & Themes

newspaper senator

Key Collaborators

Arthur Pierson Director Lucien N. Andriot Director of Photography William F. Claxton Editor Louis Forbes Original Music Composer Arthur Pierson Writer Arthur Pierson Producer

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