American Portrait
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.
- Year : 1940
- Country : United States of America
- Genre : Documentary
- Studio : Wilding Picture Productions
- Keyword : short film
- Director : Wallace Fox
- Cast : Alan Ladd, Mary Brodel, Ben Alexander, Charles Miller, Milburn Stone, Hal Taliaferro
