Pollyanna | 1920 | Drama Family

Title: Pollyanna | 1920 | Drama Family Director: Paul Powell Studio: Realart Pictures Corporation Starring: Mary Pickford Based on: Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter Release Date: February 15, 1920 Runtime: 66 Format: Silent, Black and White, 35mm Country: United States Language: Silent (English intertitles) Genres: Drama Family --- Summary: Pollyanna is a story about a young orphan girl who goes to live with her stern Aunt Polly in a small town. Using her unwavering optimism and a cheerful perspective on life, Pollyanna gradually influences the people around her, helping them find happiness despite their hardships. The film explores themes of hope, positivity, and the power of kindness to transform lives. --- Background: The 1920 film adaptation of Pollyanna was produced during the silent film era and stars Mary Pickford, one of the most popular actresses of the time, known for her portrayals of spirited young women. The movie is based on the 1913 novel by Eleanor H. Porter, which had gained significant popularity and established the term "Pollyanna" in popular culture to describe a relentlessly optimistic person. --- Trivia: Mary Pickford was not only the star but also a co-founder of United Artists, which played a major role in distributing her films. The film was notable for its use of location shooting, which was less common in the studio-dominated silent era. Pollyanna was one of Mary Pickford’s most successful films, showcasing her signature "little girl" persona even though she was in her late twenties at the time. Eleanor H. Porter's novel has been adapted multiple times, but the 1920 version remains a classic silent film interpretation. The film’s optimistic message resonated with audiences recovering from World War I and the 1918 influenza pandemic. --- Hashtags: Pollyanna SilentFilm MaryPickford ClassicCinema 1920 Drama Family PublicDomain