Question 1

Why was the title song 'Weary River' dubbed by a professional singer?

Accepted Answer

The film is part silent and part sound; to feature the main character's talent as a singer, the title song was dubbed by professional singer Johnny Murray, though Richard Barthelmess sings a few bars of 'Frankie & Johnnie' on his own.

Question 2

Which institutions restored this film?

Accepted Answer

The film was restored by The Library of Congress Motion Picture Division, the UCLA Film and Television Archive, and Warner Bros./Turner Entertainment Company.

Question 3

Why was this film released in both sound and silent versions?

Accepted Answer

At the beginning of the sound era, many theaters had not yet installed sound equipment, and there were competing sound technologies, so the film was released as both a sound and a silent picture.

Question 4

What was the relationship between Warner Bros. and First National Pictures at the time of this film?

Accepted Answer

In September 1928, Warner Bros. purchased a majority interest in First National Pictures, so all 'First National' productions were made under Warner Bros. control, though they retained separate identities until the mid-'30s.

Question 5

Who played the gangster Jerry Larrabee in 'Weary River'?

Accepted Answer

Richard Barthelmess played the character Jerry Larrabee, a gangster who finds salvation through music while in prison.

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