American Portrait 83 years old

This movie's preamble explains the importance of salesmanship after the great depression The industrial revolution has created a life of modern convenience for America, and there are more products available than most people can fathom. David, one of the main characters in this drama, is a life insurance salesman. His livelihood and profession rely on people willing to take out new policies. Throughout the beginning of the film, a narrator points out modern inventions like telephones, electric toasters, and other conveniences, and explains the significance of these items.

Credits

American Portrait Cast

Name Character
Milburn Stone He was 36, 75 years old when he died as George
Hal Taliaferro He was 44, 84 years old when he died as Calvin
Alan Ladd He was 26, 50 years old when he died as Young man / Old man
Ben Alexander He was 29, 58 years old when he died as David
Charles Miller He was 83, 95 years old when he died as Mr. Wilkes
Mary Brodel as Barbara

American Portrait Crew

Name Department
Wallace Fox as Director. He was 45 (63) years old when He died Directing
American Portrait (83 years)

  • Release day: Wednesday, July 31, 1940
  • Runtime: 25 minutes