American Portrait (1940)
Synopsis
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.
Release Date: 1940-07-31
Runtime: 25 minutes
Director: Wallace Fox
Top Cast
- Alan Ladd as Young man / Old man
- Mary Brodel as Barbara
- Ben Alexander as David
- Charles Miller as Mr. Wilkes
- Milburn Stone as George
- Hal Taliaferro as Calvin
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