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Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (1917)

Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (1917)

Drama Comedy

"Little Mary" as Rebecca has a new appeal-you will love her twofold in this character.

Release Date: 1917, September 22
Directors: Marshall Neilan
Countries: United States of America
Production: Mary Pickford Company
Cast: Milton Berle, Zasu Pitts, Helen Jerome Eddy, Mary Pickford, Jack McDonald, Josephine Crowell, Eugene O'Brien, Marjorie Daw, Mayme Kelso, Charles Ogle, Violet Wilkey

Overview:

Behind in the mortgage on Sunnybrook Farm and barely managing to feed seven hungry mouths, mother sends young Rebecca off to Riverboro to be raised by her wealthy Aunt Miranda. The little girl is treated like a prisoner by her strict Aunt, yet she gamely does her best to get an education. When spoiled girls at school mock the spirited Rebecca as "missy poor-house," she soon makes them come to eat their words. Despite many difficulties, Rebecca manages to help the less fortunate and spread joy in Riverboro, dreaming that her reward will come when she is "all growed up." This version is notable for having been adapted by famed female screenwriter Frances Marion.

Keywords:

financial problem aunts