Footnote to Fact
Originally released in 1933. Footnote to Fact is a feature film. directed by Lewis Jacobs. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In New York, a distraught woman sits in her rented room in a rocking chair. Outside, people shop and engage in commerce, men light pipes, hands type. A mother and baby play peek-a-boo: things are okay for many. The woman continues to rock. A drunk is arrested; a Salvation Army band plays, kids run around. Protesting unemployed workers appear. The rocking woman's face becomes more distorted. Military officers parade. A man picks through discarded clothes, hobos sit listless. These men are veterans of the Great War, now forgotten, many alcoholic. Passersby ignore men passed out on sidewalks. The woman stops rocking and takes action.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Footnote to Fact about?
In New York, a distraught woman sits in her rented room in a rocking chair. Outside, people shop and engage in commerce, men light pipes, hands type. A mother and baby play peek-a-boo: things are o...
Who directed Footnote to Fact?
Footnote to Fact was directed by Lewis Jacobs.
How long is Footnote to Fact?
Footnote to Fact has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Footnote to Fact released?
Footnote to Fact was released on May 1, 1933 in theaters.