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Heart of Virginia
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Heart of Virginia

1948-04-25 · 60 min · ★ 7.0

Drama

Jimmy Easter is a jockey who gets shook up when he is responsible for the death of a fellow rider during a race. He gets back down to business, however, when the daughter of his ex-boss shows her faith in him.

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Directors
R.G. Springsteen
Production companies
Republic Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Janet MartinJanet MartinVirginia Galtry
Frankie DarroFrankie DarroJimmy Easter
Robert LoweryRobert LoweryDan Lockwood
Paul HurstWhit Galtry
Sam McDanielSam McDaniel'Sunflower' Jones
Tom ChattertonTom ChattertonDr. Purdy
Benny BartlettBenny Bartlett'Breezy' Brent
Glen VernonGlen VernonBud Landeen
Edmund CobbEdmund CobbGas Station Attendant

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