American Portrait (1940)
This movie's preamble explains the importance of salesmanship after the great depression The industrial revolution has created a life of modern convenience for America, and there are more products available than most people can fathom. David, one of the main characters in this drama, is a life insurance salesman. His livelihood and profession rely on people willing to take out new policies. Throughout the beginning of the film, a narrator points out modern inventions like telephones, electric toasters, and other conveniences, and explains the significance of these items.
Director: Wallace Fox
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Alan Ladd as Young man / Old man |
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Mary Brodel as Barbara |
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Ben Alexander as David |
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Charles Miller as Mr. Wilkes |
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Milburn Stone as George |
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Hal Taliaferro as Calvin |
| Directing | Wallace Fox | Director |
