"True Heart Susie" (1919) director D. W. Griffith, cinematographer Billy Bitzer

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"True Heart Susie" is a drama directed by D. W. Griffith. This film illustrates the work of actor Robert Harron and cinematographer Billy Bitzer, stars of Silent Hall of Fame.

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Susie (Lillian Gish) is a plain schoolgirl secretly in love with her handsome neighbor Bill (Robert Harron). She follows him around and he enjoys her company, but can't find the courage to kiss her. When Susie finds out that Bill wants to go to college, she sacrifices the dearest thing she and her aunt have - their cow - to gather the money for his education.

Directed by D. W. Griffith
Produced by D. W. Griffith
Scenario by Marian Fremont
Based on a screen story by Marian Fremont
Starring Lillian Gish, Robert Harron
Cinematography Billy Bitzer
Editing by James Smith
Distributed by Artcraft Pictures Corporation
Release date June 1, 1919
Running time 86 min
Country United States
Language Silent film, English intertitles


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