01 Sep 1978
Root of Life
Fascinated by the idea of creating an industrial inter-collective farm garden, scientist Andrei Barbu interrupts his work at the institute and moves to the district...
The Courage of Marge O'Doone
Michael O'Doone, his wife Margaret and daughter Marge are settlers living in the Northwest. One winter day, while on a journey, Michael meets with an accident and fails to return home. Believing that he is dead, Margaret goes into a state of delirium which enables Buck Tavish, a long-time admirer, to carry her away to his cabin. When she finally comes to her senses she flees in search of Michael, leaving Marge behind.
Top Billed Cast
Pauline Starke Marge O'Doone
Niles Welch David Raine
George Stanley Michael O'Doone
Jack Curtis Brokaw
William Dyer Hauck
Boris Karloff Tavish
Billie Bennett Margaret O'Doone
James O'Neill Jukoki
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