Virginia (1941 film)
Virginia is a 1941 American drama film directed by Edward H. Griffith and starring Madeleine Carroll, Fred MacMurray, Sterling Hayden (onscreen debut), Helen Broderick and Marie Wilson.[1][2]
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| Directed by | Edward H. Griffith |
| Produced by | Edward H. Griffith |
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| Music by | Victor Young (Uncredited) |
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| Edited by | Eda Warren |
| Distributed by | Paramount Pictures |
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Running time | 110 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Plot
Having inherited a Virginia estate, Charlotte "Charlie" Dunterry, who has lived in New York all of her life, travels South to sell the 150-year-old property, only to find it in ramshackle condition.
Charlie becomes acquainted with Stonewall Jackson "Stoney" Elliott and his young daughter, Pretty, who live with Stoney's cousin, Theo, in a modest home. Stoney is married but estranged from his wife, who is living in Europe and not in touch.
Electing to remain in Virginia and restore the property to its former stature, Charlie develops feelings for Stoney, but his marital situation causes him to resist. A frustrated Charlie accepts a marriage proposal from wealthy Norman Williams, who then hides from her the knowledge that Stoney's wife is dead. Only on their wedding day does Norman's conscience persuade him to tell Charlie the truth, allowing her to follow her heart.
Cast
- Madeleine Carroll as Charlotte Dunterry
- Fred MacMurray as Stonewall Elliott
- Sterling Hayden as Norman Williams
- Helen Broderick as Theo Clairmont
- Carolyn Lee as Pretty Elliott
- Marie Wilson as Connie Potter
- Paul Hurst as Thomas
- Tom Rutherford as Carter Francis
- Leigh Whipper as Ezechial
- Louise Beavers as Ophelia
- Darby Jones as Joseph
See also
References
- "Virginia". Turner Classic Movies. Atlanta: Turner Broadcasting System (Time Warner). Retrieved September 14, 2016.
- "Movie Review: Virginia". NY Times. Retrieved August 21, 2012.