The Silent Call (1961)

63 mins | Drama | May 1961

Director:

John Bushelman

Writer:

Tom Maruzzi

Cinematographer:

Kay Norton

Editor:

Carl Pierson

Production Designer:

John Mansbridge

Production Company:

Associated Producers, Inc.
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HISTORY

The Silent Call was the last film of actress Gail Russell (1924--1961). ...

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The Silent Call was the last film of actress Gail Russell (1924--1961).

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DETAILS
Release Date:
May 1961
Production Date:

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Claimant
Date
Copyright Number
Associated Producers, Inc.
28 April 1961
LP20238
Physical Properties:
Sound
Black and White
Widescreen/ratio
CinemaScope
Duration(in mins):
63
Country:
United States
SYNOPSIS

When Joe and Flore Brancato move from Nevada to Los Angeles, their young son, Guy, is heartbroken because there is not enough room in the small family car for his huge pet dog, Pete. The animal is left behind with a somewhat unsavory neighbor, but Guy's parents promise that Pete will be sent for as soon as possible. The dog breaks away, however, tries to follow the car, and becomes lost. Guy blames his parents and becomes sullen and embittered; but the resourceful animal continues his 1,000-mile journey, hitchhiking rides and making progress despite bad weather, until eventually he arrives in Los Angeles. After creating a traffic jam, Pete is reunited with the overjoyed ...

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When Joe and Flore Brancato move from Nevada to Los Angeles, their young son, Guy, is heartbroken because there is not enough room in the small family car for his huge pet dog, Pete. The animal is left behind with a somewhat unsavory neighbor, but Guy's parents promise that Pete will be sent for as soon as possible. The dog breaks away, however, tries to follow the car, and becomes lost. Guy blames his parents and becomes sullen and embittered; but the resourceful animal continues his 1,000-mile journey, hitchhiking rides and making progress despite bad weather, until eventually he arrives in Los Angeles. After creating a traffic jam, Pete is reunited with the overjoyed Guy.

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Legend
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Partially Viewed
Offscreen Credit
Name Occurs Before Title
AFI Life Achievement Award

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