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Seed (1931)
Director: John M. Stahl
Cast: John Boles, Genevieve Tobin, Lois Wilson, Raymond Hackett
Runtime96 min
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Bart is a clerk for a publishing company; he has written a novel. His wife Peggy and he have five children. Bart's former girlfriend Mildred is manager of the company's Paris office. She manages to get the novel published and talks Bart into marrying her after he divorces Peggy. Initially successful, Bart must turn to writing trash to keep Mildred in money. When he sees how well his four sons and daughter Margaret have grown without his help, he asks Peggy to let them all come live with him and Mildred. Peggy agrees, but the arrival of his beloved children puts Mildred's future in jeopardy. Written by Ed Stephan
Critical Reception & Ratings
While Seed (1931) received little critical acclaim upon its initial release, the drama has since gained recognition as an underrated work from director John M. Stahl. The film follows a publishing clerk who, after finding success with a novel, must choose between his former wife and children or his new wealthy lover. Seed received no major awards, but its IMDb rating of 6.7 indicates a generally positive audience reception.
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Directed by the acclaimed John M. Stahl, the 1931 drama 'Seed' offers a compelling look at the complexities of family life and the sacrifices one man must make to balance his ambitions and his loved ones. With strong performances from the cast, including John Boles, this film provides an insightful exploration of the human condition that will resonate with fans of character-driven dramas.
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Seed is a 1931 American pre-Code drama film directed by John M. Stahl. The screenplay by Gladys Lehman is based on a novel by Charles G. Norris.
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