Far From Erin's Isle Explained

Far From Erin's Isle
Director:Sidney Olcott
Producer:Kalem Company
Starring:Jack J. Clark
Gene Gauntier
Distributor:General Films
Cinematography:George K. Hollister
Runtime:1000 ft
Country:United States
Language:Silent film
(English intertitles)

Far from Erin's Isle is a 1912 American silent film directed by Sidney Olcott. It was one of more than a dozen films produced by the Kalem Company filmed in Ireland for American audiences. The film tells the story of a young girl who leaves Ireland for New York, but after losing two jobs and becoming sick, returns home where she is welcomed by her family and her sweetheart.[1]

Cast

Production notes

The film was shot in Beaufort, County Kerry, Ireland, and in New York during the summer of 1911.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: November 27, 2006 . . Irish Film & TV Research Online . December 30, 2015 .