Sunshine Alley
1917 film by John W. Noble
Sunshine Alley is a 1917 American silent drama film directed by John W. Noble and produced by Samuel Goldwyn. It was written by screenwriter Mary Rider specifically as a vehicle for actress Mae Marsh.
Plot
The film—which was lauded for its sympathy toward animals—centers on a relationship between a young woman who helps out at her grandfather's bird store and a millionaire's son.
Cast
Mae Marsh as Nell
Robert Harron as Ned
Dion Titheradge as Carlo
James A. Furey as Harbost (credited as J.A. Furey)
Edward See as Cobbler (credited as Ed See)
John Charles as Ben Davis
William T. Carleton as Mr.
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