11 May 1944
The Way of Drama
The Way of Drama unfolds in the world of kabuki in Osaka, but also addresses the politics of popular culture and the rivalry between theatrical styles like those used by amateur actors to dramatise contemporary events.
Little Women
Louisa May Alcott’s Immortal Story!
Four sisters come of age in America in the aftermath of the Civil War.
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Katharine Hepburn Jo
Joan Bennett Amy
Paul Lukas Prof. Bhaer
Edna May Oliver Aunt March
Jean Parker Beth
Frances Dee Meg
Henry Stephenson Mr. Laurence
Douglass Montgomery Laurie
John Lodge Brooke
Spring Byington Marmee
Samuel S. Hinds Mr. March
Mabel Colcord Hannah
Marion Ballou Mrs. Kirke
Nydia Westman Mamie
Harry Beresford Doctor Bangs
Luke Cosgrave Old Man at Christian Commision (uncredited)
Harold Entwistle Laurence’s Butler (uncredited)
June Filmer Tina Kirke (uncredited)
Dorothy Gray Kitty Kirke (uncredited)
Don Harris Sleigh Driver (uncredited)
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