| First Aid | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Stuart Paton |
| Written by |
Michael L. Simmons
[1] (dialogue) |
| Produced by | Ralph M. Like [1] |
| Cinematography | Jules Cronjager |
| Edited by | Carl Himm |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Sono Art-World Wide Pictures |
Release date |
|
Running time | 60 minutes [2] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Box office | "Under $700" |
First Aid is a 1931 American pre-Code crime film [3] directed by Stuart Paton. [1] Produced by Ralph M. Like, the film was released on 5 July 1931 and was distributed by Sono Art-World Wide Pictures. [2] First Aid was filmed in Santa Monica, California. Some scenes were filmed at the Bon Ton Ballroom. [2]
Plot
Ralph Ingram, a brain specialist whose alcoholism has ruined his career, tries to regain his reputation while working with an ambulance team. He is in love with Lil Hollins, who works as a taxi dancer, but Lil's boss, Michael Rush, is also in love with her. [2]
Cast
- Grant Withers as Ralph Ingram
- Marjorie Beebe as Lil Hollins
- Wheeler Oakman as Michael Rush
- Donald Keith as Buddy Hollins
- William Desmond as the Chief of police
- Paul Panzer as Whitey
- Ernie Adams as Joe
- George Chesebro as Swank
- Harry Shutan as Jake
- Billy Gilbert as Jenkins [2]
Reception
A positive review from The Film Daily on 12 July 1931 stated: "Carries fast action punch with thrills and unique plot situation that makes popular fare. Good story treatment." [4]
References
- ^ a b c Variety, issue on October 13, 1931. p. 29. "Film Reviews" at the Internet Archive. p. 100. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f First Aid. American Film Institute (AFI). Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- ^ First Aid at AllMovie – Movies and Films Database. RhythmOne plc. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- ^ The Film Daily, issue on July 12, 1931. p. 10. at the Internet Archive. p. 92. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
External links
- First Aid at IMDb
- First Aid at the AFI Catalog of Feature Films
| First Aid | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Stuart Paton |
| Written by |
Michael L. Simmons
[1] (dialogue) |
| Produced by | Ralph M. Like [1] |
| Cinematography | Jules Cronjager |
| Edited by | Carl Himm |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Sono Art-World Wide Pictures |
Release date |
|
Running time | 60 minutes [2] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Box office | "Under $700" |
First Aid is a 1931 American pre-Code crime film [3] directed by Stuart Paton. [1] Produced by Ralph M. Like, the film was released on 5 July 1931 and was distributed by Sono Art-World Wide Pictures. [2] First Aid was filmed in Santa Monica, California. Some scenes were filmed at the Bon Ton Ballroom. [2]
Plot
Ralph Ingram, a brain specialist whose alcoholism has ruined his career, tries to regain his reputation while working with an ambulance team. He is in love with Lil Hollins, who works as a taxi dancer, but Lil's boss, Michael Rush, is also in love with her. [2]
Cast
- Grant Withers as Ralph Ingram
- Marjorie Beebe as Lil Hollins
- Wheeler Oakman as Michael Rush
- Donald Keith as Buddy Hollins
- William Desmond as the Chief of police
- Paul Panzer as Whitey
- Ernie Adams as Joe
- George Chesebro as Swank
- Harry Shutan as Jake
- Billy Gilbert as Jenkins [2]
Reception
A positive review from The Film Daily on 12 July 1931 stated: "Carries fast action punch with thrills and unique plot situation that makes popular fare. Good story treatment." [4]
References
- ^ a b c Variety, issue on October 13, 1931. p. 29. "Film Reviews" at the Internet Archive. p. 100. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f First Aid. American Film Institute (AFI). Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- ^ First Aid at AllMovie – Movies and Films Database. RhythmOne plc. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- ^ The Film Daily, issue on July 12, 1931. p. 10. at the Internet Archive. p. 92. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
External links
- First Aid at IMDb
- First Aid at the AFI Catalog of Feature Films