Harpoon (1948 film)

Harpoon
Directed by Ewing Scott
Starring
Production
company
Danches Bros. Productions
Distributed by Screen Guild Productions
Release dates
 1948
Running time
 83 minutes
Country United States

Harpoon is a 1948 American adventure film directed and produced by Ewing Scott, and starring John Bromfield in his film debut. Although described by some sources as a "documentary",[1] it is a fictional feature film shot on location in Alaska.[2]

Synopsis

Set in Alaska in the late 19th century, the film tells the story of a feud between two whalers, whose sons carry on the rivalry after the deaths of their fathers.

Reception

New York Times critic Bosley Crowther gave the film a "minor citation for effort", but dismissed its story as "hopelessly naive" and "childish", and the acting and direction as "painfully amateurish".[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Obituaries: John Bromfield". Sarasota Herald-Tribune. 20 September 2005. p. 6B. Retrieved 13 March 2016.
  2. ↑ Pallette, Elizabeth (9 May 1948). "Arctic Movie Adventure: Whales, Walruses and Some Hardy Actors Combine Talents in 'Harpoon'". New York Times. Retrieved 12 March 2016. (subscription required)
  3. ↑ Crowther, Bosley (9 December 1948). "The Screen: Harpoon". New York Times. Retrieved 12 March 2016.

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