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Movie poster: Down Upon the Suwanee River (1925)
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Down Upon the Suwanee River

1925 · 60 min Drama

Bill Ruble, whose atheism earns him the dislike of his fellow townspeople, elopes with Mary Norwood. Bill is falsely accused of theft and leaves town, signing up as a deckhand on a ship sailing around the world. A baby is born to Mary in Bill's absence, and she is disowned by friend and neighbor alike. She attempts to drown herself in the river, but an old Negro rescues her. Mary returns home and finds Bill there. He has become a true believer and a member of the church during his travels, and he and Mary are happily reunited.

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Year 1925
Country United States of America
Genre Drama
Director Lem F. Kennedy
Runtime 60 min.

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Down Upon the Suwanee River is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1925. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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