14 Sep 2013
An Accidental Soldier
An unexpected love story set in WW1 France between a young Australian baker who has deserted the front line, and a grieving French woman, who puts her own life at risk by sheltering him from the authorities.
Heroes for Sale
What good are medals on tortured breasts?
World War I veteran Tom Holmes is marked by the unbearable suffering caused by his battle wounds. Over the years, he comes to experience both the pain of misfortune and a love for other human beings.
Top Billed Cast
Richard Barthelmess Tom Holmes
Aline MacMahon Mary Dennis
Loretta Young Ruth Loring
Gordon Westcott Roger Winston
Robert Barrat Max Brinker
Berton Churchill Mr. Winston
Grant Mitchell George Gibson
Charley Grapewin Pa Dennis
Robert McWade Dr. Briggs
G. Pat Collins Leader of Agitators
James Murray Blind Soldier
Edwin Maxwell Laundry Company President
Margaret Seddon Jeanette Holmes
Arthur Vinton Captain Joyce
Robert Elliott 'Red' Squad Policeman #1
John Marston The Judge (voice)
Ward Bond Red (uncredited)
Ronnie Cosby Young Bill Holmes (uncredited)
Douglass Dumbrille Chief Engineer Jim (uncredited)
John 'Skins' Miller Angry Laundry Worker (uncredited)
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