Movie: Sergeant York (1941)
“A hillbilly sharpshooter becomes one of the most celebrated American heroes of WWI when he single-handedly attacks and captures a German position using the same strategy as in turkey shoot. Written by Keith Loh {loh@sfu.ca}”
- Director: Howard Hawks
- Release Date: 27 September 1941 (USA)
- Run Time: 134 min
- Country: USA
- Genre: Biography , Drama , History , War
Tagline: America’s Greatest Modern Hero! Timelier today than ever . . thrilling and inspiring story of the kind of men that America is made of!
Trivia: Joan Leslie was sixteen when she filmed “Sergeant York,” the same age as the real Gracie. York had made it clear he didn’t want any actress with any sort of notoriety connected with her portraying his wife. He specifically said, “No Ooomph Girls!” a clear reference to Warner contract player Ann Sheridan. Incredibly Jane Russell was considered before the wholesome Leslie was ultimately chosen.