Java Head
Originally released in 1923. Java Head is a drama/romance film. directed by George Melford. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Leatrice Joy, Jacqueline Logan, and Alan Roscoe
Synopsis
Gerrit Ammidon, despairing of any chance to marry his love, Nettie Vollar, because of a bitter feud between his father and her grandfather, sails to China to "get away from it all". While in Shanghai he rescues a beautiful young woman being attacked by a gang of street toughs. She turns out to be Taou Yuen, a Manchu princess. Gerrit discovers that, unless she finds a husband, she will be put to death, and he agrees to marry her. They return to Java Head, the Ammidon family home in Salem, Massachusetts, but Gerrit's "homecoming" has some unexpected consequences.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1923
103 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Leatrice Joy
as Taou Yuen
Jacqueline Logan
as Nettie Vollar
Alan Roscoe
as Gerrit Ammidon (as Albert Roscoe)
Arthur Stuart Hull
as William Ammidon
Rose Tapley
as Rhoda Ammidon
Betty Bronson
as Janet Ammidon
George Fawcett
as Barzil Dunsack
Raymond Hatton
as Edward Dunsack
Helen Lindroth
as Kate Vollar
Frances Hatton
as Nurse
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Java Head about?
Gerrit Ammidon, despairing of any chance to marry his love, Nettie Vollar, because of a bitter feud between his father and her grandfather, sails to China to "get away from it all". While in Shangh...
Who directed Java Head?
Java Head was directed by George Melford.
How long is Java Head?
Java Head has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Java Head released?
Java Head was released on January 1, 1923 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Java Head?
The main cast of Java Head includes Leatrice Joy, Jacqueline Logan, Alan Roscoe, Arthur Stuart Hull, Rose Tapley.