Smith of Minnesota (1942)
This biopic takes an in-depth look into the life of Minnesota All-American football player Bruce Smith. The story is framed by a screenwriter's interview with the famed halfback. In order to garner information, the scenarist is assigned to live with Smith. During the film, Smith shares his thoughts on football and anecdotes from his life.
Director:
Lew Landers
Writer:
Robert Hardy Andrews
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Bruce Smith as Bruce Smith |
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Arline Judge as Gwyn Allen |
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Warren Ashe as Charles Hardy |
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Don Beddoe as Lew Smith |
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Kay Harris as Olive Smith |
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Robert Kellard as George Smith (as Robert Stevens) |
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Rosemary DeCamp as Mrs. Smith (uncredited) |
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Ann Doran as (uncredited) |
| Directing | Lew Landers | Director |
| Writing | Robert Hardy Andrews | Screenplay |