Name: General Crack Director: Alan Crosland Studio: Warner Bros. Starring: John Barrymore, Myrna Loy, Louise Closser Hale, Hugh Huntley Release Date: December 28, 1929 (USA) Runtime: 90 minutes Format: Black-and-white, sound film (early talkie) Country: United States Language: English Genres: | Drama | Romance | Historical | War | --- Summary: *General Crack* (1929) is a historical drama directed by Alan Crosland starring John Barrymore. The film follows the life of General Crack, a flamboyant and impulsive Austrian military officer in the early 19th century. The narrative chronicles his adventurous military campaigns, romantic entanglements, and clashes with political authority. A key plotline involves his passionate love affair with a strong-willed noblewoman, highlighting themes of honor, duty, and personal desire. The story combines dramatic romance with the spectacle of period warfare, offering audiences both emotional depth and action-packed sequences. --- Background: Produced by Warner Bros., *General Crack* was an early sound film that capitalized on the popularity of John Barrymore, one of Hollywood’s most distinguished actors. Directed by Alan Crosland, known for *The Jazz Singer* (1927), the film utilized synchronized sound and dialogue, marking a transition from silent cinema to talkies. The production recreated early 19th-century European settings with elaborate costumes and set designs, reflecting Warner Bros.’ commitment to historical authenticity and spectacle. --- Trivia: * John Barrymore was renowned for his theatrical presence and brought his commanding charisma to the lead role. * Myrna Loy, who later became a major star, appeared in an early supporting role as a noblewoman. * The film was one of Warner Bros.’ first full-length historical talkies, demonstrating the studio’s early sound filmmaking capabilities. * General Crack was adapted from a novel by Marjorie Bowen, a prolific author of historical fiction. * The movie received praise for Barrymore’s performance and its lavish production design, though some critics noted the dialogue-heavy scenes slowed the pacing. --- Hashtags: \#GeneralCrack1929 #JohnBarrymore #AlanCrosland #MyrnaLoy #WarnerBros #HistoricalDrama #EarlyTalkie #ClassicHollywood #1920sCinema #PeriodFilm