United States / Apr 03, 1934
1h 11min
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
A 1920s circus performer uses every means at his disposal to achieve fame and fortune at the expense of others.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| William Janney | Young Pierre Croy |
| Arthur Hohl | Homer Flint |
| Theodore Newton | Elmer Croy |
| Maidel Turner | Aunt Clara Weingartner |
| Mickey Rentschler | Young Pierre as a Child |
| Richard Tucker | Mr. Eggelson |
| Judith Vosselli | Mrs. Eggelson |
| Louise Beavers | Azais's Maid |
| J.M. Kerrigan | Mr. Ryan |
| Madame Sul-Te-Wan | Mme. Azais' Neighbor ( Uncredited) |
Genres
DramaRomance
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | A Modern Hero |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | United States of America |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Release date | 21 aprile 1934 |
| Writer | Louis Bromfield, Kathryn Scola, Gene Markey |
| Editing | James Gibbon |
| Cinematography | William Rees |
| Assistant directors | G.W. Pabst |
| Camera operators | William Rees |
| Additional photography | William Rees |
| Production design | Robert M. Haas |
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| Art direction | Robert M. Haas |
| Set decoration | Robert M. Haas |
| Music | Heinz Roemheld |
| Sound | Heinz Roemheld |
| Costume design | Robert M. Haas |
| Makeup | Robert M. Haas |
| Hairstyling | Robert M. Haas |
Release dates
Premiere
Theatrical release
United States / Apr 21, 1934
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